To be clear, I don't think that people are suggesting that Trental will cause or is known to caues a recurrence, simply that they have the OPINION that it will increase the blood flow to any cancer that might already be present.

Sharon, keep posting what the doctors do for you and works for your swelling. It is a common side effect and your experience may help others.

Thanks

Mark, 21 Year survivor, SCC right tonsil, 3 nodes positive, one with extra-capsular spread. I never asked what stage (would have scared me anyway) Right side tonsillectomy, radical neck dissection right side, maximum radiation to both sides, no chemo, no PEG, age 40 when diagnosed.