Returned from Baptist today, where surgeon confirmed Stage IV SCC; surgery asap; did CT & PET scan today, no results yet; states will need jaw removal/replacement with leg bone & metal plate; then chemo/radiation; surgery date to be advised; Thank you for your continued prayers!

CG to 77 y/o hubby;SCC Alveolar Ridge; Wake Forest Baptist Hosp surgery: 07/19/07; bi mod radical resection/jaw replacement;
T2 N2-B M0 Stage IV-A
28 IMRT +
6 Paclitaxel/Carboplatin
Getting stronger every day!