brm1949 Posted July 14, 2004 Share Posted July 14, 2004 OK, my ENT who is also my surgeon says from what he can see there is no other involment other than the parotid lymph nodes. There are 2 clusters; 3 in the lower gland and 2 in the middle. His plan of attack is to take them out and biopsy while I'm still under and then take the parotid gland out if there are not clear margins. After that, radiation for the whole right side of face and neck area. I will get radiation for sure. This may cause dental problems and eating problems. Surgery will not be to extensive and only take 1.5 to 3 hours. I can deal with the surgery ok, its the radiation that concerns me. With this type of cancer, they will not use chemo although I see my oncologist today to discuss this matter further and will see the radiation Dr on friday. They will schedule the surgery within the next week or so. My ENT is not that concerned with this and feels that this is easily treated and should have good success in getting it all. He said his main concern is with the left side supraclavilar nodes that came back positive for SCC. So far that side and the rest of my body according to the latest pet/ct scan is still clear. So thats good news. This present situation is a recurrance of the right head and neck SCC of the tonsil I had in 2002 must likely. Although this is not great news, so far the suspected lung cancer has not shown up since my treatment for the left side. Will keep you updated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
betplace Posted July 14, 2004 Share Posted July 14, 2004 (((Bruce)))) What a bummer that you have to go through all this again! Hugs and prayers going out that surgery is successful and easy on you. We are here for you! Blessings Betty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shelliemacs Posted July 14, 2004 Share Posted July 14, 2004 will keep the best possible outcome in mind for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karenl Posted July 14, 2004 Share Posted July 14, 2004 Bruce Sounds like things could have been worse, so I am glad that they weren't!! I hope the treatments take care of those pesky cancer cells! Thinking of you Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Lamb Posted July 14, 2004 Share Posted July 14, 2004 Bruce,Wishing you well.I guess its time for you to kick its ( cancer) butt again.Hang in there and keep fighting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BJ Posted July 14, 2004 Share Posted July 14, 2004 Good Luck with your plan of attack and I hope it all works out for the best! BJ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elaine Posted July 14, 2004 Share Posted July 14, 2004 Bruce, You are an inspiration and I wish you all the best in your upcoming treatments. elaine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Margaret Posted July 14, 2004 Share Posted July 14, 2004 Bruce, You are such a fighter...prayers that the surgery and all follow-up are successful and lasting. Margaret Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katester Posted July 14, 2004 Share Posted July 14, 2004 Wishing you a successful surgery . The PET/CT Scan is justs an amazing technolgy. Kate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamie Posted July 14, 2004 Share Posted July 14, 2004 Bruce, Surgery sucks, but at least its a plan right? I guess the news could have been worse, so for that be thankful... Good luck with everything! Jamie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiny Posted July 14, 2004 Share Posted July 14, 2004 bruce- you can do this...AGAIN!!! prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bean_si (Not Active) Posted July 14, 2004 Share Posted July 14, 2004 Bruce, You've always been very kind to me. I pray that your kindness will be returned by your health improving. Okay, now this sounds unkind but we all know it's not: Go kick cancer's butt right up the biggest mountain and off until the galaxies. Cat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted July 14, 2004 Share Posted July 14, 2004 Bruce, sounds like a plan. My prayers are with you. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fall54 Posted July 15, 2004 Share Posted July 15, 2004 Bruce, From what I have read You are a fighter and do not give up. Put on your armour and go get that surgery and fight your way back!! I know you can do it!! God will surely be with you and so will all our prayers here that you get to write a post in the GOOD NEWS forum soon!!! God Bless You Bruce, Jane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginnyde Posted July 15, 2004 Share Posted July 15, 2004 Bruce, So sorry you have to do this again, but I am always glad to hear that a treatment plan is available. Each day offers hope. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowflake Posted July 15, 2004 Share Posted July 15, 2004 Well, Bruce....time to lace up those steel-toes and get to kickin'! I'm not sure where you are on the weight gain/loss merry-go-round, but if you were looking to lose some, the jaw issue may be like those folks that have theirs wired shut... ....and if you are trying to gain, a steady diet of milk shakes and smoothies should more than make up for that. Good luck, hope this is the silver bullet! Becky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Posted July 16, 2004 Share Posted July 16, 2004 Bruce, You are in Melinda and my prayers as you go through this ordeal. Hang in there and God bless you. Geoff and Melinda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lisa O Posted July 16, 2004 Share Posted July 16, 2004 Please keep us updated Bruce. I'm wishing you the best. Lisa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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