What did the positive result show? Is it squamous cell carcinoma? Thats what most of OC patients have, but there are a couple of other types of slower moving OC. Have you considered going for a second opinion?

A drain is normal for surgeries. It is not a big deal. All it does is to help drain the fluid which will help get the swelling down. I had a drain for most of my operations and they have been the least of my worries, its really nt a big deal.

I know you are afraid. It really will be ok!!!!! None of us patients have wanted the battle but we have fought hard and gotten thru it. I know you have been thru several surgeries which are not easy. You can do this! You have all the info on this forum to help you with whatever treatment your doctors suggest. The members of OCF are wonderful with giving emotional support. Dont worry, we are here with you!

Last edited by ChristineB; 09-01-2011 05:35 PM. Reason: added info

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