Gain as much weight as possible now, you won't have a problem losing it through treatment, I promise! Keep that good, go for it attitude, you'll only have that to draw from at times through radiation. Do find out about chemo at the same time. The "medical papers have shown a little better results long term with both, concurrently. Because of my young age & good health at time of dx, tumor board said hit me hard & with everything available for the highest possibilties. I have 3 children & wonderful wife: a lot to live for & so do you! You can do this! Keep yer chin up! I am cancer free today & healthy as a horse! My life has changed in many ways, but mostly for the positive. Erik
dx 2/11/04 scca bot T3 IU 2B MO poorly differentiated, margins ok, 3/16 modest, jaw split, over half of tongue removed, free flap from left forearm - finished chemo & rad treatment 5/20/04
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