Hi Steven - I wanted to welcome a fellow Atlantan. I am sorry that I can't really answer your questions related to radiation and chemo side effects, as I did not have either, just surgery. But I can definitely relate to your fears about recurrence, as I think most of us here can. Unfortunately it's something that we all live with but I try hard not to let it overtake my life or thoughts. I have learned to be thankful for the good things in life, and not wait to enjoy them!!!


Ginny M. SCC of Left lateral tongue Dx 04/06,Surgery MDACC 05/11/06: Partial glossectomy with selective neck dissection. T1N0M0 - no radiation. Phase III clinical trial ("EPOC" trial)04/07 thru 04/08 because tests showed a 65% chance of recurrence. 10 Year Survivor!