I wanted to log on and thank everyone for the advice and support in what was such a tough year. Having your in-laws move in your home while trying to raise little ones is one thing, but to go through this surgery & recovery etc just adds to the cake!
I am happy to say that last week we got news that my father-in-law is in remission!
His PET, CT and blood work came back great. He will have to follow up every 3 months for 2 years then every 6months etc...
We are just ECSTATIC with this news.
On top of that this week is the first time when he has skipped tubal feedings and is eating solid foods for EVERY meal. My culinary expertise has been challenged but we are getting along great! We have come so far! He is regaining strength by the minute after all of that radiation, chemo and weight loss. Our holidays were filled with gratitude and love. Thanks again to all the support here, your advice was so well used and appreciated smile
~Marlen Mancias

Father in Law Stage IV SCC right mandible. Had resection jaw, replaced with fibula, plate and free flap from leg and chest 07/12/2011...currently has trach and feeding tube through recovery. My in laws are living with us through the process and we are co-caregivers.