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Joined: May 2011 Posts: 287 | My dad after giving a tough fight became a casuality on 26/05/2012 6:10 AM
He was admitted to hospital since last friday for hypotension, hyponatremia, shooting pain, seizures. Yesterday, he suffered cardiac arrest and left this world.
Finally Free - from pain and suffering.
Father; 67 yrs; RIP: 2012/05/26
TX:SCC pT2N1M0G2;Glossectomy+SND+CCRT(59.3Gy+6xCis.)[2009]
TX:Nodal Mets; 3xDCF[2011/05/05]
TX: RND + PMMC Flap[2011/07/11]
DX:SCC PNI+ECE
TX:Re-RT 60Gy[2011/09/21]
TX:Gefitinib 250mg[2011/12/18]
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Joined: Oct 2011 Posts: 805 | So sorry for your loss. It is good he is no longer suffering, but still hard on those left missing them. Hoping you can find some peace eventually.
Kathy
Kathy wife/caregiver to:
Kevin age:53
Dx 7/15/11
HPV16+ SCC Stage IV BOT/R
Non smoker, casual drinker
7/27/11 Cistplatin, taxotere,5FU 2/3week sessions, followed by IMRT 125cgy x 60 (2x daily) w/Erbitux weekly. Last rad 10/26/11. Last Erbitux 10/27/11
PEG placed 9/1/11 Removed 11/8/11
Clear PET 10/12 and 10/13 and ct in 6/14
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Joined: Dec 2010 Posts: 5,260 Likes: 3 | Im so sorry on the loss of your dad  he was a strong man, and you were an amazing son and caregiver. Hugs to you...
Cheryl : Irritation - 2004 BX: 6/2008 : Inflam. BX: 12/10, DX: 12/10 : SCC - LS tongue well dif. T2N1M0. 2/11 hemigloss + recon. : PND - 40 nodes - 39 clear. 3/11 - 5/11 IMRT 33 + cis x2, PEG 3/28/11 - 5/19/11 3 head, 2 chest scans - clear(fingers crossed) HPV-, No smoke, drink, or drugs, Vegan
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Joined: Mar 2008 Posts: 3,082 | Eshwar
From your first post back in July of 2011, it was clear what a devoted child and great caregiver you were. Sorry to hear of your loss
Charm
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65 yr Old Frack
Stage IV BOT T3N2M0 HPV 16+
2007:72GY IMRT(40) 8 ERBITUX No PEG
2008:CANCER BACK Salvage Surgery
25GY-CyberKnife(5) 3 Carboplatin
Apaghia /G button
2012: CANCER BACK -left tonsilar fossa
40GY-CyberKnife(5) 3 Carboplatin
Passed away 4-29-13
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David
Age 58 at Dx, HPV16+ SCC, Stage IV BOT+2 nodes, non smoker, casual drinker, exercise nut, Cisplatin x 3 & concurrent IMRT x 35,(70 Gy), no surgery, no Peg, Tx at Moffitt over Aug 06. Jun 07, back to riding my bike 100 miles a wk. Now doing 12 Spin classes and 60 outdoor miles per wk. Nov 13 completed Hilly Century ride for Cancer, 104 miles, 1st Place in my age group. Apr 2014 & 15, Spun for 9 straight hrs to raise $$ for YMCA's Livestrong Program. Certified Spin Instructor Jun 2014.
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Joined: Jun 2007 Posts: 595 | Sorry for your loss. Semper-Fi Bob
Bob age 57, non smoker,non drinker, ended treatment on 11 Nov 2007 and started back to work on 29 Nov 2007. Veterans Day 2012 the Battle was lowered, folded, Taps was played and the Flag buried as I am know a 5 year survivor. Semper-FI !!!
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Joined: Jan 2009 Posts: 1,844 | Eshwar, my dear friend I am very sorry for your loss. Your father has left the pain of this life knowing he was loved by his devoted son.
I've admired you for your strength and dedication my friend and I wish you peace. Life is a journey with a beginning and an end for us, it is the time we are blessed with those we love that make life so sweet, yet so hard when their journey in this life ends and a new one begins. It is my faith that tells me we will see them again when our own journey ends, which is why I never say "Goodbye", only "See you when I get there".
Peace and love to you brother.
Eric
Young Frack, SCC T4N2M0, Cisplatin,35+ rads,ND, RT Mandiblectomy w fibular free flap, facial paralysis, "He who has a "why" to live can bear with almost any "how"." -Nietzche "WARNING" PG-13 due to Sarcasm & WAY too much attitude, interact at your own risk.
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Joined: Feb 2011 Posts: 117 | Eshwar, so sorry for the loss of your beloved father. I have been following your posts and know that he was a brave warrior and you were a loving son and caregiver. May your memories give you comfort at this very sad time. May he rest in peace.
DX 12/6/10 of T3 SCC Tongue.
Surgery 1/3/11 was hemigloss & forearm free flap, midline mandibulectomy, Neck Disection-All nodes clear.
Ended rads 5/11/11. Taste buds back to about 80%. PEG removed 4/5/12, experimenting eating real food again. If I can do this, so can you !! Stay Strong.
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Joined: Jul 2011 Posts: 945 | Eshwar,
I'm sorry for your loss. You and he both fought with courage and honor, and your love for him was palpable in your posts. Blessings on you and all your family in this sad time. I hope that the memories of the good days will return to you soon.
Maria
CG to husband - SCC Tonsil T1N2M0 HPV+ Never Smoker
First symptoms 7/2010, DX 12/2010
TX 40 IRMT (1.8 gy) + 10 Cetuximab
PET Scans 6/2011 + 3/2012 clear, 5 year physical exam clear; chest CT's clear of cancer. On thyroid pills. Life is good.
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Joined: Jun 2009 Posts: 875 | Eshwar:
Words cannot express the sadness we all feel for the loss of your Dad. He definitely was a courageous man and you were right there by his side, which will give you comfort the rest of your life. His memories will be with you forever. May he rest in peace. You now have the best Guardian Angel ever watching over you and your loved ones.
Love to you and your family, Julieann
Julieann Nov 2007 SCC on right tonsil following tonsillectomy. Was smoker, QUIT. (Stage IV T2 N2b) 7 weeks radiation one day/wk chemo (carboplatin and 5-FU). Allergic to Taxol; PEG in, lost 30 lbs. TX completed January 2008. PEG out mid- 2008. PET/CT 1/17/2011;2/3/12 NEGATIVE for cancer  | | | | | Joined: Jun 2007 Posts: 10,507 Likes: 7 Administrator, Director of Patient Support Services Patient Advocate (old timer, 2000 posts) | | Administrator, Director of Patient Support Services Patient Advocate (old timer, 2000 posts)
Joined: Jun 2007 Posts: 10,507 Likes: 7 | Eshwar, I am very sorry for your loss. Its so difficult losing a parent. You were always such a wonderful caregiver to him. May the memories of happier times help you in this time of great sadness.
May you father rest in peace, free from pain.
Prayers to you and your family.
ChristineSCC 6/15/07 L chk & by L molar both Stag I, age44 2x cispltn-35 IMRT end 9/27/07 -65 lbs in 2 mo, no caregvr Clear PET 1/08 4/4/08 recur L chk Stag I surg 4/16/08 clr marg 215 HBO dives 3/09 teeth out, trismus 7/2/09 recur, Stg IV 8/24/09 trach, ND, mandiblctmy 3wks medicly inducd coma 2 mo xtended hospital stay, ICU & burn unit PICC line IV antibx 8 mo 10/4/10, 2/14/11 reconst surg OC 3x in 3 years very happy to be alive | | | | | Joined: Sep 2009 Posts: 701 Likes: 1 "Above & Beyond" Member (500+ posts) | | "Above & Beyond" Member (500+ posts)
Joined: Sep 2009 Posts: 701 Likes: 1 | I am so very sorry that you lost your Dad, Eshwar. You gave him so much of yourself to help him. You were a loving and devoted son to your father.
Anita (68)
CG to husband, Clark, 79,
DX SCC 11/07, T4N0Mx, PEG 1/08, RAD, post rad infection 3/08,
HBOT 40 dives, ORN, Surg 11/09 mandibulectomy w/fibular graft.
Plastic Surg 4/10, 12/10, 3/11, 10/11, 4/12, 10/12. All PETS clear,
PEG out 1/11. 6/11 non union jaw fracture
Fractured jaw w/surgery 7/14
Aspiration pneumonia 7/21, 10/22
PEG 7/21
Botox injections
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Joined: Jul 2009 Posts: 1,406 | I'm very sorry to read this, Eshwar. Reading your posts along the way I realize what a great son you were to him. My thoughts are with you.
David 2
SCC of occult origin 1/09 (age 55)| Stage III TXN1M0 | HPV 16+, non-smoker, moderate drinker | Modified radical neck dissection 3/09 | 31 days IMRT finished 6/09 | Hit 14 years all clear in 6/23 | Radiation Fibrosis Syndrome kicked in a few years after treatment and has been progressing since | Prostate cancer diagnosis 10/18
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Joined: Jan 2012 Posts: 112 | Hi, i just lost my dad, may 18 and i know how you feel, my dad also died from cancer - not oral. Im sad but trying to survive, focusing in new projects to make him more proud than ever! Thats my way to deal with it.
After having oral cancer myself and losing my dad im sure i cant waste any time.
December, 2011 - T1N0M0 SSC Oral Tongue sugery (Dec 07, 2011). Partial glossectomy, primary closure. Selective Neck dissection, all 57 nodes free. 29 at diagnosis, no risk factors at all. No smoking, drinking and HPV negative. Can you explain? I can't.
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Joined: Apr 2011 Posts: 267 | I'm sorry for your loss. Your love and care for your dad have always been so obvious in your posts.
Tracy - 33 at diagnosis
SCC right ventral tongue Dx 4/11.
T1N2M0
1st resection 5/11.
Bilateral neck dissection: 2 pos nodes
2nd resection w/graft 6/11.
Erbitux x 11 completed 9/11. IMRT x 30 completed 8/11.
3 month MRI and PET/CT all clear.
6, 9, 12 and 24 month post treatment MRIs all clear.
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Joined: Apr 2011 Posts: 131 | Be proud that you had such a wonderful relationship with your dad that love will always be with you
Thinking of you Eshwar
Jayne x
Scc nasal cavity /hard palate
Surgery removal of septum and roof of mouth 15/3/11 cl margins
Rt and cisplatin 6 weeks starting 24/5/11
Obturator
Age 45
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Joined: Aug 2011 Posts: 78 | Eshwar, your care & kindness have always shown through in your posts. Wishing you comfort as you go through this difficult time. You are an incredibly special person a wonderful son.
I am deeply sorry for your loss & the pain that your father endured!
Sally
Sally, 38 years old
T1N0M0 Left Tongue Lesion, Moderately Differentiated
10 + year history Leukoplakia, Mild Dysplasia before cancer diagnosis 8/2011
Scheduled Partial Glossectomy & Neck Dissection 9-17-11
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Joined: Jan 2011 Posts: 123 | I am sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. You have been a wonderful son and caregiver to him. He is no longer in pain and at peace.
Jill..CG to Ken, age 43,mom of 1yr old girl.
DIAG:12/9/10 SCC BOT T4N0M0 HPV+
START:1/3/11 IMRT dailyX35 and 7 chemo
END:2/23/11 PEG IN:1/15/11 Out:4/26/11
CT/MRI 4/25/11-marked improvement CT 6/11 new spots
BX 6/23-cancer present
Total Glossectomy sched 7/20/11
7/19/11 Ken's suffering ended
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Joined: Aug 2011 Posts: 596 | I'm so sorry to hear this news, Eshwar. He fought a long, hard battle and had you by his side the entire time. He must have done a wonderful job raising you to be such a loving, devoted son. May you find moments of peace and comfort in the days to come.
37 y/o fem at Dx (23 wks preg @ dx on 3/16/11)
SCC L oral tongue (no risk factors)
L partial gloss/MND 3/28/11 @ 25 wks preg
T1-2N0M0; no rads/chemo
Tonsillectomy on 8/6/12 +SCC L tonsil T2-3N1M0 (HPV-)
Treated with 35 rads/7 carbo & taxol (Rx ended 10/31/12), but many hospitalizations d/t complications from rx.
Various scans since rx ended are NED!
Part of genetic study for rare cancers @ MGH.
44 years old now...I wasn't sure I would make it! Hoping for 40 more!
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