Rbboulet's Journey:
Patient: Head & Neck/Throat Cancer > Oral Cavity and Oropharyngeal Cancer > Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Patient Info: Newly diagnosed (has not begun treatment), Diagnosed: about 8 years ago, Male, Age: 66, Stage I
Patient Info: Newly diagnosed (has not begun treatment), Diagnosed: about 8 years ago, Male, Age: 66, Stage I
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Rbboulet
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Experience with
Squamous Cell Carcino...
about 8 years agoOh No
Just found out I have Tongue cancer related to the HPV virus. Beginning the journey to develop a plan. I have decided on a facility and doctor. Radiation is currently all that is recommended. Going to have the mask made tomorrow to wear during radiation. Treatment starts in a week.
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Rbboulet
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Experience with
Squamous Cell Carcino...
about 8 years agoExternal radiation
Radiation
Started my first radiation session yesterday. 36 more to go.
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Rbboulet
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Experience with
Squamous Cell Carcino...
over 7 years agoExternal radiation
Radiation
End of treatment. Neck was fairly sore and painful and used lots of medicated lotion. Lost appetite and about 15 lbs within a couple of weeks. Taste buds gone for now.
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Rbboulet
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Experience with
Squamous Cell Carcino...
about 4 years agoRemission
Celebration
It has been 4 years since my discovery of Tongue Cancer. Taste buds mostly came back. Sweets are not as sweet as they used to be.