Brett, I just wanted to add my words of encouragement and support...

Congrats on pushing for more options...I think the fact that there is so much contradictory atitudes, pronostications, and treatment plans from differing doctors adds to our inability to make sound decisions...

Good luck with the Tarceva, maybe you'll be paving the path for more of us in the future smile

Keep your chin up!!!


Michael | 53 | SCC | Right Tonsil | Dx'd: 06-10-05 | STAGE IV, T3N2bM0 | 3 Nodes R Side | MRND & Tonsillectomy 06/29/05 Dr Fee/Stanford | 8 wks Rad/Chemo startd August 15th @ MSKCC, NY | Tx Ended: 09-27-05 | Cancer free at 16+ Yrs | After-Effects of Tx: Thyroid function is 0, ok salivary function, tinnitus, some scars, neck/face asymmetry, gastric reflux. 2017 dysphagia, L Carotid stent / 2019, R Carotid occluded not eligible for stent.2022 dental issues, possible ORN, memory/recall challenges.