oh, oh, oh...I forgot too (hi Ray, Nice to meet you!)...

I have a nasty habit (one of a few) of chewing on plastic.

I know. gross huh?

Basically, coffee cup lids are great, pens and even some plastics like spoons, etc.

Soft plastics are my favorite (like the plastic used to make those little hand held flossers, etc)

Trouble is, the same chemicals used to soften plastics are linked to certain cancers too. (Phthalates)

Seems like everything is, but wanted to put it out there.

I am making conscious efforts to STOP chewing on plastic and of course during and after tx for a long time couldn't even consider it due to pain, discomfort and gross tastes.


Michael | 53 | SCC | Right Tonsil | Dx'd: 06-10-05 | STAGE IV, T3N2bM0 | 3 Nodes R Side | MRND & Tonsillectomy 06/29/05 Dr Fee/Stanford | 8 wks Rad/Chemo startd August 15th @ MSKCC, NY | Tx Ended: 09-27-05 | Cancer free at 16+ Yrs | After-Effects of Tx: Thyroid function is 0, ok salivary function, tinnitus, some scars, neck/face asymmetry, gastric reflux. 2017 dysphagia, L Carotid stent / 2019, R Carotid occluded not eligible for stent.2022 dental issues, possible ORN, memory/recall challenges.