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Joined: Jul 2004 Posts: 188 Likes: 1 | Congratulations Michele!
I didn't get an "all clear" set of scans until the third set. Each time there was something they wanted to keep an eye on. I just got my 2 1/2 year scan (all clear), and I still worry. Not as much as I did 2 years ago, but I don't believe I'll ever be completely worry free. The lingering side effects won't let me forget the disease was here, but I have learned not to dwell on them and just live my life.
After all you've been through, it is normal to be concerned. Just don't let it consume you. Live your life. Work on recovery, and celebrate an all clear.
Good Health,
Chuck
SCC Stage IV right tonsil T3N3M0. Dx 08/03. Clinical Trial:8 weeks Taxol, Carboplatin then Hydrea, 5FU, IMRT x's 48, SND, Iressa x 2yrs. Now 20 years out and thriving. Dealing with a Prostate cancer diagnosis now. Add a Bladder cancer diagnosis to all the fun.
It's always something
"Adversity doesn't build character, it reveals it."
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