Welcome to OCF! So sorry you have a need to join our group but Im very glad you found us so we can help you. We have been where you are and know how hard it is in the beginning. The shock of being diagnosed with SCC OC can take a while to sink in.

Right now you need to focus on what you have within your control.... your intake. From now until at least one year after you finish your treatments your daily minimums should be 2500 calories and 48+ oz of water. If you can get more in thats even better, especially with the water. Since you havent started treatments yet, you should be eating all your favorite foods and not worry yourself with weight gain. You do not want to go into this with cravings. Your sense of taste and swallowing capabilities probably will be compromised for several weeks, maybe months, so eat now.

Get a complete blood test including thyroid and testosterone levels. Get to the dentist for a good check up including having flouride trays made. This takes a while so best to get moving on it now.

You will have all kinds of appointments. Many people will offer to help. Dont turn down anyone! Now is not the time to be too proud to take help. People really do want to help and they arent sure what they can do. Take down their contact info and tell them you will let them know when the time comes what can be done. The more helpers you have, the better. This will make things so much easier on you and your family. There are a million small things that can turn into a huge help like picking up prescriptions, doing some laundry, taking the kids to the movies or out for the afternoon, even walking the dog or cooking a meal for the family will be helpful.

Best wishes with everything!