Im sorry Neisau, we are NOT experts. Our group is made up of cancer patients and caregivers, not medical professionals.

Sadly, anyone can have a recurrence at any time. As a cancer patient or caregiver, its all of our worst fear. During the first year the odds are the highest and they progressively decrease over time. Once a cancer patient hits the 5 year mark they are considered cured. But Ive also seen patients 10+ years out with a recurrence. You just never know. Best advice I can give is go on living life to the fullest and not to worry too much about "what if". None of us are promised a tomorrow, accidents happen every day and people get sick every day. Its best to live a healthy lifestyle and think positive.

Your father has a long road with his recovery. It can be a frustrating time, full of ups and downs. A complete recovery can stretch out for a full 2 years with the patient seeing small improvements along the way to about the 2 year point. Hang in there, in time he will be almost back to his old self.