Senior Member (100+ posts) Joined: Sep 2009 Posts: 126 | Welcome to our world. I was originally told I had Intermediate grade, which would have left the decision for radiation up to me. At my follow up apt., after surgery, I was told that it was reclassified to High Grade, and radiation was necessary. Radiation was painful but survivable and the peace of mind made it worthwhile. How are you coping with the obturator? That has been one of the biggest challenges.
Sharon
Sharon, 57; Hard Palate; T1, High Grade, DX 6-12-09, Surgery, maxillectomy 7-14-09, 33 RT (9-2-09 to 10-19-09); Prothesis (obturator). None smoker, non drinker.
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