How do I cope with a larynx cancer diagnosis?

Receiving a cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming, and it's completely natural to have questions about how to navigate this journey. Many people in this community have found it helpful to connect with others who understand what you're going through, lean on your healthcare team for guidance, and take things one step at a time while focusing on what feels manageable each day.

I completely agree with taking it one step at a time - that advice really helped me too, and don't hesitate to ask your team about what to expect with treatment options since having that roadmap can ease some of the uncertainty you're feeling right now. Just know it won’t be easy but you WILL get through this. I’m currently in throat cancer remission. It’s completely changed my life but not necessarily all in a negative way. Would like to connect with others who are going through/have been through similar health challenges involving cancer, or other health issues. KEEP UP THE FIGHT ALWAYS!!

I was diagnosed with larynx throat cancer 3 yrs ago. I was blessed with finding great help at Brigham Mass General, Boston, MA. They are true professional people there that do this everyday. I don't want to make it sound like an easy road and it has certainly brought change to my life. But I now living a pretty good life and doing most of the things I used to do. When I was admitted to the hospital they did testing and deemed that I did have larynx cancer. We immediately opted to open my neck so I could breath as the larynx was swelled and stopping airflow. I had to wait to have the cancer removed as I was already in fragile condition having lost 30 lbs. I'm not a big person anyway so that's a lot. Had to have feeding tube installed so I could get in the right amount of nutrition and wait a month for actual removal surgery. You can get through all this well if you keep forward and try to keep from being depressed. I try to smile 😃 a lot and be happy because I made to the other side with the help of some great caring people. The technology is out there to survive this and have a great lifestyle after. Keep the faith and keep your chin up . Sending prayers 🙏 blessings 🙌 🙏