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What kind of plastic surgery? In my opinion having a surgery is a very drastic way to fix this problem. I previously suggested anxiety meds. That would be so much less invasive and permanent than having an operation. I really think by taking something to have your husband in a better state of mind and much calmer, he wouldnt feel so lousy. Its worth a try.


Christine
SCC 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 smile
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Hi...I am suffering the same symptoms ...I was find for the first 3 months after my radiation but now it seems like my lymphedema is getting worst by the day....it starts in my neck and runs up my cheek...its not terribly painful..but constantly there so it reminds me of the cancer every minute of every day...I really hope It gets better and I can lead a better life..i have an appointment with a Lymphedema massage therapist Monday...praying this will help ease the stiffness / numbness...as I always say...if I need to live with this pain cancer free...I will do so....just afraid its not normal...as everybody that goes through surgery/ chemo/ radiation goes through...so many aches and pains that you constantly worry if its a reoccurrence.....I've noticed this post is a few months old...how is your husband now?


ORAL CANCER
SURGERY JAN 28, 2013
RADIATION, 38 TREATMENTS APR 18, 2013
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Hi...I am suffering the same symptoms ...I was find for the first 3 months after my radiation but now it seems like my lymphedema is getting worst by the day....it starts in my neck and runs up my cheek...its not terribly painful..but constantly there so it reminds me of the cancer every minute of every day...I really hope It gets better and I can lead a better life..i have an appointment with a Lymphedema massage therapist Monday...praying this will help ease the stiffness / numbness...as I always say...if I need to live with this pain cancer free...I will do so....just afraid its not normal...as everybody that goes through surgery/ chemo/ radiation goes through...so many aches and pains that you constantly worry if its a reoccurrence.....I've noticed this post is a few months old...how is your husband now?


ORAL CANCER
SURGERY JAN 28, 2013
RADIATION, 38 TREATMENTS APR 18, 2013
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