Welcome to OCF, Amanda! You are the same age as my son. Im so glad you have found us when first diagnosed. We will help you with info and support thru your upcoming treatment plan and recovery.

Im glad to hear you have someone close to you that is able to be with you. This can be incredibly difficult for not only the patient but also on those who help care for them.

Here is a link that is packed with info about oral cancer. Its a good idea to read up and learn about what you have so you can be a strong advocate for yourself.

OCF main pages info

Check in often to read and post your concerns and questions. We are in your corner smile Best wishes with everything!!!


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