Seeking Support and Hope While Facing Oral Cancer Surgery
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6 months agoIt’s been a rough ride for me so far. Diagnosed with stage 4 oral cancer. Tumor has eaten through my lower left jaw and masticator muscle. Surgery scheduled for 6/19. Feels like so much bad news coming my way…tracheotomy that MAY be permanent, feeding tube that MAY be permanent, the procedure the doctor described is frightening and overwhelming. Anyone gone through this can offer some insight on what to expect? I’m terrified and need a ray of hope.
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Facing such major surgery naturally brings up intense fears and uncertainties, and reaching out to this community shows real strength during an incredibly challenging time. Many members here have walked similar paths with complex procedures and can share their experiences about recovery, adapting to changes, and finding moments of hope even during the most difficult chapters of their cancer journey.
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6 months agoI have not gone through this. I have just been diagnosed myself with stage 4 tonsil cancer. I just want you to know I will be praying for you🙏🏻
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5 months agoI haven't been through it yet. I was diagnosed SCC oral cancer on 6/5/25. TORS surgery scheduled for 7/22/25 I'm overwhelmed to say the least. I will need a partial glossectomy as well as lymphadectomy (3 cervical lymph nodes removed).
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2 months agoFacing such major surgery naturally brings up intense fears and uncertainties, and reaching out to this community shows real strength during an incredibly challenging time. Many members here have walked similar paths with complex procedures and can share their experiences about recovery, adapting to changes, and finding moments of hope even during the most difficult chapters of their cancer journey.
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