It is my understanding that radiation, for initial instances, not recurrences, is the primary treatment regimen. Chemotherapy, as insurance, is additional. If the doctor recommends that chemo be discontinued, be guided by his/her advice.
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.