Supporting Member (50+ posts) Joined: Apr 2002 Posts: 73 | I had surgery and finished radiation in June 2001. I was exhausted at least through October and have gradually been getting stamina back. I still don't have the energy I did before this started. Regarding the mental issues, there are some other topics on depression and emotional aspects. I didn't use antidepressents but probably should have and may still need to. The treatment and after effects are much tougher than I ever imagine. Keep in touch and let us know how you are doing. The recovery is very gradual and sometimes seems barely noticeable but things do eventually improve.
ilene SCC stage 1 1987, 1/4 of tongue removed, neck dissection, SCC stage 3 2000, another 1/4+ removed second neck dissection, radiation.
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