Hi Cheyrl, we keep bumping into each other. I was burned once by chemo, and it was so horrific, that there is no thought of doing it again. Erbitux is the only option, but I have to go to my original oncologist, and see what she says, and why she said no to chemo several times, and Erbitux, but I think I already know the answer as was told, .my health, kidneys and immune system are poor, which I hate to admit. As per the new MO at a very populat teaching hospital in NYC, they are not even sure if Erbitux works by itself, no chemo for that matter i hesrd for orohpharynx cancrt or Erbitux after surgery? There are still trials goin on. No EGFR testing is done prior for the K-RAS gene mutation for H&N cancer, but it is for Colon/ Rectal. I got sidetracked lol. I had every possible ailment from TPF..taxotere, cisplatin, 5-FU, and could not walk, stand for 10 months, and no doctors ever seen or heard such a case as mine, at least lived to tell it. I'm blind in one eye because of chemo, lost 100 lbs and reminded daily through the pains, but doing much better than 2 years ago. The carotid artery is a concern due to the weakening of the artery wall from the two surgeries.. I'm just not convinced enought yet. They dont't hsve to wine and dine mevto chsne my mind, but give a liitle confidence to help. Called Memorial Sloan Kettering. Have to fax, mail everything. Go to my hospital Monday to sign off HIPPA form for records, slides. Tuesday, I hope to go to my old, she is younger than me lol, oncologist, who has a personal interest in me, and is also my hemotologist for a blood disorder. Wednesday, I see the ENT to get the stitches out, and see what he says, but I'm sure will not commit. Also, I plan on calling my old RO, even though I was turned down for rads, but I think she will still consult with me, and will update her on the latest findings. I'm even tired of writing this lol.

Thanks for your input as usual. I really appreciate it, an your suggestions will help weigh in on my decision making.