Hi all...still can't believe this diagnosis. Got the call yesterday. Awaiting a CT appointment.
A little history...I am 68 year old female, retired RN (2 years now). Gotta admit not having much fun in retirement! Last year I had open heart surgery for Aortic Stenosis. Now this year a cancer diagnosis. I am strong...I think?? I can handle this. It's my husband, sisters and 3 children I worry about. I watched my mother die from Stage 4 lung cancer 20 years ago and being a nurse I have a much better idea what is going to be happening. I just hate to have them go through this...again.
I am trying to be very positive and hope this forum will help me keep focused on the end point...to live!

Thank you Trixie! I'll be thinking of you as well as you start this process with your surgery on Nov. 5. My surgery is scheduled for Nov. 15. I'll be sending good vibes your way!!! Many prayers for a speedy recovery. We can definitely do this!!!

It's so important to have the right team. My first operation for SCC on the tongue was in 2003 and a great team has kept me in the game. Your team sounds like another good one. Carpe diem!

Hello kimmy hope all goes well and wish you fast recovery keep us posted.