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Joined: Jun 2007 Posts: 10,507 Likes: 7 | Welcome to OCF!
When was your initial surgery and when sis you have radiation and to where?
Ive had several surgeries after having radiation. It was the only option my doctors had to eliminate the cancer. Reconstruction surgeries have also been done post rads. I still am disfigured and I go out in public. Frequently I have people stare which can make me feel very self conscious.
Im sorry but Im unsure about the availability of a mask. I know Roger Ebert has something especially designed for him but he also has much more available funds than the average person.
Just remember, we are always our own worst critics. I know I sure am!!! The surgery result may not be as bad as your feel. If it hasnt been very long since your surgery, you may have to wait for any reconstruction. Your body must completely heel before a doctor will make any changes.
Hope this helps you. Best wishes!!!
ChristineSCC 6/15/07 L chk & by L molar both Stag I, age44 2x cispltn-35 IMRT end 9/27/07 -65 lbs in 2 mo, no caregvr Clear PET 1/08 4/4/08 recur L chk Stag I surg 4/16/08 clr marg 215 HBO dives 3/09 teeth out, trismus 7/2/09 recur, Stg IV 8/24/09 trach, ND, mandiblctmy 3wks medicly inducd coma 2 mo xtended hospital stay, ICU & burn unit PICC line IV antibx 8 mo 10/4/10, 2/14/11 reconst surg OC 3x in 3 years very happy to be alive  | | |
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