Im very sorry the result was positive for OC!

I suggest you read many posts on the forum and educate yourself about whats to come. When asking a question try to put your post in the category it fits best, very rarely would the General section be used. Ive sent you a private message (PM) with an important link. Click on the tiny flashing envelope next to the My Stuff tab and take some time to review the link. It gives lots of tips on how to navigate the forum and instructions on how to add a signature. The signature is a very important step, it helps us to help you so please complete it asap.

My suggestion would be to go to a major comprehensive cancer center (CCC) for the very least a second opinion. Maybe that would help to ease your mind. Here is a link that will give you a list of cancer centers. Find the very best medical care you can and go with it.

You will have many appointments prior to any treatments. Make sure to have a full blood workup done including testosterone and thyroid levels. Get a thorough dental check up and take care of any questionable teeth, get flouride trays made. Anyone you talk to about your husbands condition who offers their assistance, tell them when the time comes you will let them know how they can help. Make sure you make a list of everyone with their contact info. This could come in handy down the road.

For right now your husband should focus on eating all their favorite foods. His sense of taste and ability to swallow may make eating difficult for a while so eat now. Dont worry about gaining weight, eat everything and have dessert too. Most patients undergo substantial weight loss during their treatments so bulking up is a good plan.


Best wishes!!! Stick with us and we will help you thru everything.


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