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Joined: Jun 2005 Posts: 349 Likes: 2 | I just wanted to tell you that I recently found this board and it has changed my life.
Don't give up the fight and turn here for the advice and support you need sometimes.
From what VERY little I know, your Mom's stage sounds early and treatable.
Dont get too caught up in the terminology. Ask questions, because right now your Mom is still in shock and needs someone to help present the questions.
I recommend recording the Dr visits on a voice recorder. You'll appreciate having it for reference later.
Keep us all posted!
Michael | 53 | SCC | Right Tonsil | Dx'd: 06-10-05 | STAGE IV, T3N2bM0 | 3 Nodes R Side | MRND & Tonsillectomy 06/29/05 Dr Fee/Stanford | 8 wks Rad/Chemo startd August 15th @ MSKCC, NY | Tx Ended: 09-27-05 | Cancer free at 16+ Yrs | After-Effects of Tx: Thyroid function is 0, ok salivary function, tinnitus, some scars, neck/face asymmetry, gastric reflux. 2017 dysphagia, L Carotid stent / 2019, R Carotid occluded not eligible for stent.2022 dental issues, possible ORN, memory/recall challenges.
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