I have a few observations for you. It is common (and therefore normal) to have depression creep into our lives during all phases of cancer. What you must not do is allow depression to rule your life. If it is or does you have little choice than professional help. (I mean competant professional help) and perhaps AD drugs. I do believe that we have the power to pull out of the path of depression.

I also believe that ANY physical activity is helpful. If you can walk two steps then you can walk 2 blocks. By moving around, your body and mind can start to recognize healing. You'll feel better, sleep better and dwell less on the negative.


Mark, 21 Year survivor, SCC right tonsil, 3 nodes positive, one with extra-capsular spread. I never asked what stage (would have scared me anyway) Right side tonsillectomy, radical neck dissection right side, maximum radiation to both sides, no chemo, no PEG, age 40 when diagnosed.