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Head and Neck Cancer Articles
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Head and Neck Cancer Chemotherapy Treatments
- 5FU + cisplatin chemotherapy
- 5FU + Paraplatin chemotherapy
- Cisplatin + radiation chemotherapy
- Erbitux chemotherapy
- Erbitux + radiation chemotherapy
- Ethyol chemotherapy
- Taxol chemotherapy
- Taxol + cisplatin + radiation chemotherapy
- Taxol + Paraplatin chemotherapy
- Taxol + Paraplatin + radiation chemotherapy
- Taxotere chemotherapy
- Taxotere + cisplatin chemotherapy
- Head and Neck Cancer Chemo and Biologic Drugs
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Featured Member
Terry Carlson
My name is Terry Carlson. I’m writing a memoir about my best friend’s amazing journey with cancer.
My first meeting with Bill was on Monday, January 10th at the Cancer Care Center just west of the Skagit Valley Hospital in Mount Vernon. While shaving I smiled with anticipation. I finally had a project, something I believed was important not only to help build up the body of Christ but also with the expectation of renewing a relationship with an old friend.
Bill pulled into my driveway…
Recent Head and Neck Cancer Discussions
Handling post chemotherapy hair
I have the same issue with my hair right now. I’m 5 months past chemo and my hair is this really awkward wave/curl that I can’t do anything with. The front looks fine, but the back is looking weird. It’s like my own form of mullet. It’s also dry on the ends. Maybe I’ll try that Malibu and I’m planning on talking to a stylist to see if they have any suggestions.
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Head and Neck Cancer Community Resources
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Jun 8, 2011
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Good nutrition and avoiding weight loss is very important during treatment. Therefore the Cancer Centers of America has compiled a list of food choices that will assist the function of your immune ...
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Nov 14, 2012
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Many chemotherapy drugs and radiation cause a great deal of skin issues for people living with cancer. This book highlights the best way to manage your skin care by Dr. Mario Lacouture, Associate ...
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Created
Sep 20, 2014
in Cheryl Norman's resources
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This organization promotes laughter as the best medicine. Its founder survived stage 4 cancer and her story inspired me.
Tips & Suggestions
Anticipate possible physical changes
Prepare yourself as you begin treatment to anticipate any changes in your physical appearance. Ask you doctor what to anticipate. If drugs cause hair loss, advise from image experts about clothing, makeup, wigs and hairpeices may help you feel more comfortable and attractive.
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