Stage 4 Squamous Cell Carcinoma

My husband was told after chemo and radiation that his cancer is incurable. Is there anyone out there that has had the same diagnosis? He's also had trouble with his platelets being down and has had 3 transfusions. While in surgery the doctors removed 5 lymph nodes from under his arm. He no longer has use of his left arm and is really depressed.

Hello,
I was diagnosed with squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck. I had a radical neck disection. The cancer metasisized to my lungs, but so far I am holding my own. I have had chemo (twice), radiation on different areas (3 times), and surgery (3 times). We bought a juicer, and I drink lots of fresh carrot and vegetable and fruit juice. I also cut out most white sugar, white flour, and fried foods. I try to stay away from processed foods. I eat lots of fresh vegetables (salad, broccoli, cauliflower, and lightly steamed). I also take several supplements, including flaxseed oil. I stay spiritually connected, and maintain a positive attitude. If there is anything in particular that I can answer I will try. Don't give up! Kim

I realize your message was l l/2 yr. ago, but I had squamous cell cancer removed from my nose, and I was not told to do anything. I thought it was not anything to worry about---did not know it could metastasize internally. I thought the only skin cancer to worry about was melanoma which my husband died of.
Any response appreciated.
Prayerful

Hi,
First - Hang in there!
Prayer is powerful.
All cancer's should be watched closely. You should always be aware of your body and the changes it goes through.
I am not an expert, I'm just a cancer survivor.
I think there is a possibility of any cancer metastizing.
I would ask to speak to a medical oncologist and a radiation oncologist about your cancer. Try and get a second opinion. It doesn't mean that you don't trust your current doctor, it just means that you want another doctor to provide information.
Remember, knowledge is power.
Kim

I have only just joined this board so I hope you are still monitoring it. I had a large SCC removed from my head 4 yrs. ago. Luckily no mets. from the research that I have done it seems that if the tumor is removed from your face, the danger point is about 5mm. my tumor was 3 1/2 cm x 5mm so it was right on the border (and my temple), we opted for no further treatment and I was lucky. In addition to everything else you've been told, find out how deep it was. That will give you the best indication of how much more you should worry about.

 

On 2/17/2006 Frankl1n wrote:

I have only just joined this board so I hope you are still monitoring it. I had a large SCC removed from my head 4 yrs. ago. Luckily no mets. from the research that I have done it seems that if the tumor is removed from your face, the danger point is about 5mm. my tumor was 3 1/2 cm x 5mm so it was right on the border (and my temple), we opted for no further treatment and I was lucky. In addition to everything else you've been told, find out how deep it was. That will give you the best indication of how much more you should worry about.

 

Hello, iam also new. I have had many cancer spots removed both basil&squamous. Iwas wondering if any one could give me info on squam. going to internal organs. I had 2 surgerys on my vaginal area had to go back for 2nd. surgey to get a larger clean marg. my question is for the last 4-5 months i have had blood in urine & many bladder & uti infections. i am worried my cancer has went internal. i do have a dr. appt. next but till then can anyone give me info. thanks sheila