cancerfreeagain

On Oct 27, 2009 3:18 PM twinsnan wrote:

My husband was diagnosed with throat cancer last August. He had a neck dissection, radio and chemo therapy. This ended on Xmas Eve last year. He has recovered very well and gets the 'all clear' each time they put the camera down his throat. His voice was fine until about three months ago. Now he speaks in a croaky whisper, just as it used to be before the cancer was removed. The oncologist and consultants say this is quite normal.I have been so very worried that I asked for a second opinion. We saw a consultant from ENT and he also confirmed what the oncologist and consultant said. I can't help worrying there is something more sinister that that have not seen. Has anyone else had anything similar? I would appreciate a reply from anyone who may shed light on this subject.

Hi.

 I am also a twin with throat cancer and I have a husky voice too that has not returned to it's usual sound.  It is SO frustrating, so I know how you are feeling. 

This illness is so debilitating in so many ways.  The more you know and the more education you receive, the better off you will be.  PLEASE keep a support team (family, friends, church, etc.,) for I had to go on my Journey alone and it has not been an easy one.  If it were not for my little kittens who are now cats that I have narrowed down to one, I would not have made it this far.  Plus, with alot of prayer to God and to who-ever is looking out for me above, I would not keep remaining cancer-free.

I am see-ing my ENT this month and will ask questions about the Husky Voice for it is really a discomfort and scary thing to feel that you will never have your voice back.  Will e-mail you when I see my Doctor.  In the mean-time, hang in there and keep all your loved ones around you and try to find joy in each day.

Dear Jeff,

What is a Hyperimmune Egg and where do you get it?  Also, what other treatments have you found for the immune system for those of us who are trying to boost our immune system?

Thanks,

T

Dear Christie,

I was in tears when I read about your father.  I am so very sorry about your father.  I know you are sad and will be for a long time.  Stay strong and learn from him and his will and determination and perseverance will always be yours.

I will find out if I am still cancer-free this Friday, so I am holding my breath.  I only hope my fight has been won.

Thank you for giving the rest of us the most important message Christie to survive: to love and be loved.  And for others out there, keep a positive attitude always and never give up.  Hang in in there Christie; your dad is in peace now and know in your heart, he will always be there.

Terrie

I forgot to view your Profile Patricia.  We have had the same kind of cancer.  You hang in there too and let us know how you are!

Hi Patricia.

Thank you for reminding me to keep the faith!  Life is very hard going it alone with cancer yet with a family member so Thank You for taking the time out of your day and your problems to help and encourage me with mine.  Your faith has uplifted me.

Sincerely,

cancerfreeagain

Thank you for replying back.  Please share information on the special cigarettes we can smoke until quitting and how much they are and where to buy them.  Thanks again and I hope your Husband gets well.

Dear Viewers,

I have a Trech in my throat from smoking and quit smoking during Radiation and Chemo.  I quit smoking for 8 months then started up again because of alot of stress.  Now, I have had to have another biopsy done on my throat and won't know the results for two weeks.  Anyone else who has had a very hard time quitting smoking?  I have lived alone throughout all of this and it is by the Grace of God I have made it this far.  I know most of you think how stupid it was to start up again.  Having a hard time quitting.  Any suggestions before it kills me?  I want to get healthy again and am a shut-in right now due to financial and supportive resources.

Dear Chevybow,

Speaking from experience, it will take alot of Rest; ALOT of Vitamin C (500 mg 2x day) and alot of water.  He will need to try and eat balanced meals of bland food to soft food for awhile or alot of green vegetables in his diet.  The important thing to remember is to do anything to remain positive and keep his spirits very high and to Pray.  A little exercise such as a nice walk or any exercise he is able to do right now for a little while 3 x week will help keep his mind going and will help him feel more healthy and cancer-free.  Also, alot of education on his condition is the ultimate key in helping him to remain cancer-free.  The more you know, the better off you are.  God Bless and Good Luck!  We are all rooting for you both!