Hello Tink & cougar dad. Sorry for your diagnosis. Definitely get on the ball with your treatment plan, if you are diagnosed with SCC. Keep a positive attitude that's a big portion of your battle & it's success.
My history is different than yours. I had SCC Base of Tongue in may 2009. I did both radiation n chemo. After my treatment the tumor didn't totally shrink so I had a neck dissection.
Im 6 years C-free and so very grateful to be alive. I have one thing to say.....please school yourself and do alot of research. Educating yourself is KEY. Let the Dr. Give you the prOs and cons.
Everyone is different . I was 42 n knew ZERO about Cancer. The radiation is super important but very damaging as well. For me, it's been a life changing experience due to having problems with RADS. Always remember, everybodys different so your experiences could be the opposite from what I went thru.
Keep your head up...educate yourself . I wish you both the best and a successful journey.
SCC 5/21/09 Base Of Tongue, Stage 4-age 42
5X Cipltn, 37 IMRT end 9/09
10/09 neck disection- 2nd Feed tube instal
2/11 Tracheostomy-
2/12 - 2/13 over 25 Diolations
2/14 Total voice loss
2/15 Total Laryngectomy Researched
2/16 Jaw bone starts to deteriorate TL put on Hold
6/16 30+ HBO dives
Annual PET shows NED until the hot spot lights up the jaw bone
1/17 Jaw Replacement research
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