Michelle,

I am so sorry. This was one time I definitely didn't want to be right. I hate to even post anymore. So many people lately seem to be having recurrences and I feel so terrible when it seems like I can see it coming. Sometimes the symptoms are just so similar to Heather's that I want to cry.

You must keep in mind, though, that every case is different. Just because the symptoms are similar doesn't mean that the outcome will be. You and Marcy have to be determined to fight this with everything you've got. I have read some good things about the Gamma knife. Hopefully Brian or someone else can offer some more info about it. I wish I could be there in person to help you. It won't be easy, but you need to try to be strong for Marcy.

Rainbows & hugs, wink
Rosie

Was primary caregiver to my daughter Heather who had stage IV base of tongue SCC w/ primary recurrence. Original diagnosis August 21st, 2002. Primary recurrence March 18th, 2003. Died October 6th, 2003.