Its been a long time since I've written, and a long year.
Dx SCC base of tongue, T2N2M0, Feb 05. L neck disection with some neuro/muscular loss to shoulder, Chemo, 37 IMRT, PEG. All tolerated well. NPO from second week IMRT untill Seventh weekpost radiation, lost 20#.
Prior to radiation I had all dental work done including extraction of wisdom teeth. Was doing well and cleared for IMRT by oral surgeon. 10 weeks post radiation I have kicked out a bone chip and now have a hole in my gums, about 1/16 in in dia. that doesn't want to heal after 4 weeks. Got reassurance from Radiation oncologist and oral surgeon and told to give it time. Am on soft diet with intense oral hygene.
I don't want hyperbaric 02.
Any insight out there?
EDD