Molly, there are too many variables, age, etc. But depression in any form is unacceptable. There is chemical help available. This surgeon of yours is wrong or doesn't understand that this is serious to you. Tell him you need help....
Darrell

Stage 3, T3,N1,M0,SCC, Base of Tongue. No Surgery, Radiationx39, Chemo, Taxol & Carboplatin Weekly 8 Treatments 2004. Age 60. Recurrence 2/06, SCC, Chest & Neck (Sub clavean), Remission 8/06. Recurrence SCC 12/10/06 Chest.