Nelie,

Thanks so much for your kind words. So far, I don't have the results back - yesterday, my stand-in doctor and my regular nurse were both out of the office and the report wasn't back yet. Hopefully, later today. I started back to classes yesterday and yes, I am behind but I think I can catch up. I was able to download class notes from 2 of my classes and I had a big Biology test when I went back yesterday. Most of my teachers are working with me. I don't know how I'll schedule treatments around classes but I'm sure I'll get something worked out. My doctor will be out 4-6 weeks at least, but he is still able to make decisions about what to do etc. He just can't operate - I'll be better when there is a plan in action to get this out of my body. I'll stay in touch - I definitely need the support of everyone here.

Pam


SCC Base of Tongue Stage IV- 2/04 - 40 Rads 1/2 conventional, 1/2 IMRT; 3 chemo treatments consisting of Carboplatin/Taxol/5-FU; Right Radical Neck Dissection
7/04; scans and pathology clear