I'm so glad you've checked in, and so sorry for the loss of your mum. I just can't imagine how hard that must be for you to deal with. If your mum was only 51 you are way too young to have lost her. I hope the connections you make on the forum can help with the grief you feel so strongly. Linda XX

Brother 49yo DX 22/6/11 Tonsil SCC HPV+ Stage IV T4N1(?)M0. Carbo/docetaxel (Taxotere)19/7, 11/8 (with E-tux), 1/9; E-tux 11/8, 25/8, 15/9, 30/9, 14/10, 28/10; IMRT X 35 (70gy tumour;63gy nodes;56gy gen area) 19/9-4/11/11. Clear PET scan 1/2/12. 1 and 2 year post treatment checks good.