I struggled and still struggle with my stamina. I have a 4 yr old and work full time but I can't exercise much or Do a lot of extras. My goal one day is to do a half marathon - even if I just walk it.

I really doubt I will ever be where I used to be at before cancer.

Paul - bravo to you. I am amazed at your determination.


Age 44. Diagnosed at 34 (2006) with T1N0 SCC tongue on right side. Neck dissed & 6 weeks Radiation. 30% tongue removed. Never smoked;
2nd recurrence 1/2013 on left side. Surgery to remove 2/2013 forearm flap/neck dissec T1N0; brachytherapy 4/2013;
3rd recurrence 11/2015 mandibulectomy for jaw bone cancer Stage IV/no lymph node involvement