OP Contributing Member (25+ posts) Joined: Oct 2017 Posts: 36 Likes: 2 | Thanks Christine,
Yes, the doctors will attach a feeding tube after operation for two weeks.
The implants will be installed at the same time during surgery if I want those implants. also they will pull out teeth to avoid radiation complications.
I am worried about the implants because the possible risk ( low risk according to dentist), dentists like implants as it will improve quality of life. The dentist suggested that the implants be put in an area less radiated it is a very big surgery , they will clear the lymph nodes as well. I wonder I will ever withstand it
I have been on this forum ever since I realized my tumor is dangerous there are lots of discussion here prepared me for the cruel reality.
Thanks again
Michael
T4aN2cM0 left tongue SCC 10/17 Moderately differentiated SCC PEG, Trachy, glossectomy, en bloc neck dissection and reconstruction 11/17 Perineural invasion present Radiation (IMRT) and Chemo ( 2xcispltn) completed 2/18 PET - NED 05/18 CT - NED 07/18, 10/18 CT - NED 02/19, 06/19 MRI H&N, X-ray chest - NED 10/19 MRI H&N NED 05/20 CT - NED 10/20 MRI - NED 04/21 CT - NED 10/21 CT - NED 4/22.10/22 CBCT - NED 10/22
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