hi.....my dad was just diagnosed with stage 3 cancer. he has three sites.one in his throat,one in his cheek,and one in his back 1/3 of his tongue.mri showed that it has definitely hit at least one lymphnode on the same side.it also is necrosis.the tumors in his throat and tongue actually ate through to the outside skin.so there are tunnels in his mouth.he has lost at least 70 lbs.the drs said doing surgery would not be any more effective than radiation and chemo.he said it wouldnt really help at this stage.i guess i am just looking for honest answers.the dr said if he did nothing it would probably kill him in 2-6 months.i know my dad will most likely die from this but i want to know if anyone knows the ranges?his blood tests and cts were clear for cancer in the liver or lungs.