Surgery and Recovery

How to cope with tongue pain and speech issues after tongue cancer surgery?

I had parotid gland cancer then 7 years later tongue cancer. Surgery was a year ago and treatment ended in February. My feeding tube was removed. The "good" side of my tongue feels like pins and needles and sore when I attempt to eat. Still on smoothies and some soft food. Still going to speech therapy. My tongue is shorter thus hard to pronounce L's and TH's. Hope I can hear from someone about their similar experience and any advice.

Can I skip sentinel lymph node biopsy with HR+ breast cancer surgery?

I have HR-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer and surgery scheduled for January 12th. I just read about a study showing that some patients like me might be able to skip sentinel lymph node biopsy during surgery. The research looked at patients who were postmenopausal with hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer and found that omitting the biopsy might be safe in certain cases. Since I match this profile, I'm planning to discuss this option with my surgical team. I'd love to hear from others who have been in a similar situation: • Did you have sentinel lymph node biopsy with your surgery, and how did that decision get made? • What questions did you ask your surgeon about lymph node evaluation options? Link: https://www.onclive.com/view/sentinel-lymph-node-biopsy-omission-shows-feasibility-in-select-hr-breast-cancer

How was your experience with tonsil cancer surgery at a major cancer center?

I was diagnosed with squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) of the tonsils and went to Winship-Emory Cancer Center in Atlanta. Honestly, the process there was fast and organized — within two days of my biopsy I had an appointment, and they lined up multiple specialists to see me all in one day. I met with an ENT, surgeon, radiation oncologist, chemo doctor, and even a dentist. Each explained their role and the possible side effects. After hearing everything. I chose surgery since the side effects seemed less severe than radiation or chemo. I made the decision on Thursday and had surgery the following Tuesday. The surgery to remove the lump and tonsil was successful, and they also removed lymph nodes on the right side of my throat. Recovery hasn’t been easy — swallowing was tough at first and still isn’t fully back to normal after 3 months. I also developed VPI, which affects my speech, so I’ve been working on mouth, tongue, and pronunciation exercises. This Wednesday I go for my PET scan to check progress. It’s been a journey, but I’m grateful for the care team and the speed at which everything moved.

Has anyone had thyroid surgery while on prostate cancer treatment?

Good Morning, I am Willie. I have metastatic prostate cancer and receiving hormone treatment. Now I need to have, at least, half of my thyroid removed. Punch test did not revile cancer, so far. Has anyone had thyroid surgery? If so, how did that affect your body?

What's recovery like after breast-conserving surgery and radiation for DCIS?

I was recently diagnosed with Stage 0 breast cancer (DCIS) and my doctor discussed breast-conserving surgery followed by whole breast radiation therapy as a treatment option. From what I understand, this approach removes the cancer while keeping most of my breast tissue, then uses radiation to target any remaining cancer cells that might be in the breast area after surgery. I'm trying to learn more about what this experience is like from people who have been through it. I'd love to hear from others who have had similar treatment for DCIS. • What was your recovery like after breast-conserving surgery and radiation? • What do you wish you had known beforehand about this treatment approach?

What to expect after bladder and prostate removal surgery?

Hi, all. My name is Murry. 2 years w/bladder cancer. I'm being treated at UC Davis regional center. Next week, I'll lose my bladder and prostate due to an aggressive rebound of urothelial cancer tumors after 20 months negative. 5 hour surgery. Anyone ahead of me is invited to comment on post-surgery.

How do you manage daily life with aromatase inhibitors and Kisqali?

I have stage II hormone-positive breast cancer and I'm currently on a treatment plan that includes aromatase inhibitors and Kisqali (ribociclib). I'm also taking medications for cardiovascular health and diabetes management alongside my cancer treatment. This is all new to me and I'm trying to understand what to expect as I navigate this journey. I'd love to connect with others who have a similar diagnosis and treatment approach. Your experiences and insights would mean a lot to me right now. • How did you manage day-to-day life while on aromatase inhibitors and ribociclib? • What side effects did you experience and what helped you get through them?

What should I expect from laparoscopic bladder and prostate removal surgery?

Hi. My name is Rob. I am currently scheduling a laproscopic bladder and prostate removal. Anyone want to talk about their experience with this?

What to expect during mastectomy recovery? Really scared and need advice

Hello,, My name is Yvonne, I will have a mastectomy on my left and a reduction/lift on the right side. My surgery is 12/9. Im really nervous about the recovery. They said it'll take 2 months to fully heal. The surgeon is also taking 2 lymphnodes out for pathology. Im hoping im cancer free. I have stage 2 Invasive Ductal Carcinoma. Just finished chemo. Has anyone been through this surgery and recovery. Please help me navigate through this. Im really scared..

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