 Patient Advocate (old timer, 2000 posts)
Joined: Apr 2005 Posts: 2,219 | Tracy,
I have no risk factors as I am 60 yrs old and haven't smoked since I was 18. I consumed alcohol at social events only.
Is the shot that your dad is getting, called "Palifermin"? I read about this in a dental publication I get and it says it is given IV. I'm interested in following up on this drug.
Jerry
Jerry
Retired Dentist, 59 years old at diagnosis. SCC of the left lateral border of the tongue (Stage I). Partial glossectomy and 30 nodes removed, 4/6/05. Nodes all clear. No chemo no radiation 18 year survivor.
"Whatever doesn't kill me, makes me stronger"
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