Welcome to OCF, Jordan! Im very sorry you went thru this at such a young age. We have several members who are in their 20s and are OC survivors/patients. We also have quite a few who have been diagnosed with OC and have no risk factors, they are part of the "unknown cause" group. My guess from what Ive seen here on the forum, is that a good 10% of all OC patients are in that category.

In time your speech will improve. If you are able, get a speech pathologist involved. They can really work wonders with the clarity of your speech.

Best wishes with your continued recovery.



PS... Great signature smile Watch next to the My Stuff tab for a tiny flashing envelope. Im going to send you the same info I send all new members. Just skip over the signature part.

Christine
SCC 6/15/07 L chk & by L molar both Stag I, age44
2x cispltn-35 IMRT end 9/27/07
-65 lbs in 2 mo, no caregvr
Clear PET 1/08
4/4/08 recur L chk Stag I
surg 4/16/08 clr marg
215 HBO dives
3/09 teeth out, trismus
7/2/09 recur, Stg IV
8/24/09 trach, ND, mandiblctmy
3wks medicly inducd coma
2 mo xtended hospital stay, ICU & burn unit
PICC line IV antibx 8 mo
10/4/10, 2/14/11 reconst surg
OC 3x in 3 years
very happy to be alive smile