Hi John Paul,

Welcome to OCF. Sorry you have had to find us but glad you are here.. Angst is a good way to describe what I went through before surgery, also.

I agree with Ken, don't hesitate to ask Your ENT and discuss it with him. Earlier in this thread, Robert gives a good listing of the different types of neck dissections. The more knowledge you have when talking to your Dr. the better. Am sending positive thoughts your way.

Peace
Jack
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Dx 1/15/97 SCC rt. tonsil met to rt lymph node Stg IV,
Srgry 1/23/97 tonsillectomy & mod radical neck dissection,
Radiation 35 trtmnts both sides