Paul,

Thank you. I will stick around here after my treatments. BTW I am grappling with a huge question right now. With three weeks left of radiation I have discovered that there is evidence that sparing my contralateral submandibular gland is possible and doesn't compromise control. My radiation oncologist is 'old school' and says, "We've got one shot at getting rid of this cancer for good and because there are lymphatics around it...it would be unwise to back off now."

I'm really worried now about quality of life and permanent dry mouth. Can you offer me some thoughts on that? Ain't nothing right here in Cincinnati.


Jay

--2003 SCC Left lateral tongue
T-I
Partial Glossectomy
--2015 SCC Left lateral tongue
T-II N-0 M-0
Partial Glossectomy SND
--1/30/18 SCC T-IV N-0 M-0
Segmental Mandibulectomy, Partial Glossectomy,
Fibular Free Flap (failed)
Emergency flap surgery (partial success)
Leech therapy (partial success)
M.I. in hospital 2 90% blockages
2 stents inserted
--3/2/18 Pec Flap
RAD IMRT 35 (in progress)
Chemo 7 doses Cisplatin (in progress)