sailorgirl's Journey with Squamous Cell Cancer, Unknown Primary
Spouse/Partner: Cancer of Unknown Primary > Squamous Cell Cancer
Patient Info: Currently in active treatment (initial surgery, receiving chemo rounds/radiation), Diagnosed: almost 7 years ago, Male, Age: 71
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Implant chemotherapy port
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Chemotherapy
Drug or Chemo Therapy
I'm amazed that the anti-nausea drug used prior to Cisplatin (chemo) costs $900 per dose! And it doesn't last more than 12 hours. Finally had to resort to Morphine and Steroids.
External radiation
Radiation
Be prepared for serious burn injury, loss of mobility, and risk of infection
Most of the above!
Side Effects
Skin loss, burns, infection, heartburn, nausea, headache, jaw ache, fatigue, mouth sores, thickened mucous and constantly having to spit, weight loss, lack of sexual interest (sex in general), inability to taste, swallowing difficulties, weakness, etc.
CAM (Complementary and Alternative Medicine)
Other Care
Tried acupuncture, but it's not covered by insurance. We're already broke!
Decision Point
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