Hi Everyone:

I am in my 3rd week of chemo/radiation after they removed approx 1/3 of my tongue and reconstructed it from arm tissue. My surgeon was unable to gain clear margins, and I was told that there was still a "microscopic" amount of cancer persent.

I am currently getting 5 days pwe week, and get a large dose of Cisplatin every 3rd week.

I discussed a drug called Erbitux with my doctor who said that it was not a proven remedy.

My question (and I would certainly appreciate any and all input) is simply this: what other treatment options do I have after 6 weeks of radiation and 3 doses of Cisplatin? I am interested in the most aggressive treatment as I just turned 40 and, other than oral cancer, am in good health, and ought to be able to "handle" more treatment.

Thank you in advance for your advice/sharing.

Mike
Cincinnati, Ohio