Molly,

I had CT Head, Neck and chest taken as a baseline about 2 months after radiation. I alternate between seeing my radiation oncologist and ENT each month. I see my medical oncologist about every three months. So I see at least one doctor each month. Most of the appointments consist of an oral exam and feeling my neck. My medical oncologist orders blood work every three months.
I was told I would be monitored every month for the first year and then every other month for the next year. Sometimes they use an endscope, but not always.

The follow-up CT exams are a different story. I have to ask for them. My ENT wants my radiation oncologist to order them. My CT exams are schedule about 3 months apart so far.


SCC of Tongue stage IV, partial glossectomy with modified neck dissection RAD/Chemo