 "Above & Beyond" Member (500+ posts)
Joined: Jul 2011 Posts: 945 | Hi, LMC
the fact that he got the first 31 TX in good order is excellent. The treatment schedule and number of GY's ('grays' - the amount of radiation given) is somewhat of an art as well as a science. The idea it to kill the cancer but not the patient; and its a balancing act sometimes. Best wishes on Bob's recovery and on your return to peace of mind.
Maria
CG to husband - SCC Tonsil T1N2M0 HPV+ Never Smoker
First symptoms 7/2010, DX 12/2010
TX 40 IRMT (1.8 gy) + 10 Cetuximab
PET Scans 6/2011 + 3/2012 clear, 5 year physical exam clear; chest CT's clear of cancer. On thyroid pills. Life is good.
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