Question 1

my brother in law was just informed hee has tongue cancer and neck cancer can't do surgery to big he is only 45 and they gave him 40/60  how long is th?

Accepted Answer

2nd opinion: Quickly get a second opinion, best from University of South Florida College of Medicine, Department of Otolaryngology/Head &amp; Neck Surgery in Tampa.
Good luck.

Question 2

can you have general anaesthetic if you have existing  tmjd problems? the disc has slipped and my jaw swings to one side on opening my mouth. having unrelated breast cancer surgery. will the anaesthesia be safe?

Accepted Answer

: Most likely a skilled anaesthesia provider can find a way to intubate you safely even with this TMJ issue so you can have successful breast surgery

Question 3

please help! what happens during colon cancer surgery?

Accepted Answer

Surgery: Colon cancer surgery would be done under full general anesthesia. Open or laparoscopic surgery can be 2 options. The offending part of the colon and nearby lymph nodes are removed. Most often the colon is then connected back together. Less often a colostomy is needed. Discuss with the operating surgeon to get more specific details.

Question 4

as a cancer surgery survivor, how can i improve my body image?

Accepted Answer

This is up to you.: Much of body image is how you feel about yourself.  Everybody wants to look their best, but after a point, it is how you feel about yourself that is probably the main factor.  If you can feel good with what you have done to improve your body image, then that is enough.  Options like support groups can help by seeing other people who are dealing with the same issues you are and how to handle them.

Question 5

what are the chances of surviving colorectal cancer surgery at 85?

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It depends.: This depends on how extensive the surgery is and your state of health.  If the disease is found to be minimally invasive and the surgery is minor, you should be all-right.  If, however, the surgery is extensive, it could be hard for anyone.  Similarly, if you are healthy, you can tolerate even major surgery, but if you're anemic and malnourished like many colorectal cancer patients, it can be hard.

Question 6

what are your chances of living after you get liver cancer surgery?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Your 5 year life expectancy would be based on: the type of cancer you have (primary or metastatic), size of the lesion, number of lesions, whether both lobes are involved, and whether you have enough functional liver tissue.   In general, if your surgeon and oncologist feel that you have resectable disease then they have an expectation of at least a 20-30% five year survival.

Question 7

i had cancer surgery 3 months ago, but i'm having a hard time quitting smoking. besides patches, what can i do?

Accepted Answer

Chantix: There are medications that can be very helpful in the cessation of smoking.  The two most commonly used are Chantix and welbutrin.  Speak to your doctor.

Question 8

following cancer surgery i had 2 clear pet scans.now after 5 yrs the pet scan is abnormal.what can be the reason, what to do?

Accepted Answer

Abnormal PET....: It is difficult to say without knowing your exact history.  What type of cancer was it?  Was the pet performed at the same institution and interpreted by the same person?  Abnormal pet could mean recurrence but without the report it is difficult to say.  There are many causes of false positive on pet.   Please look further into this calmly and discuss with your doctor to understand the details.

Question 9

what laboratory exams are typically ordered to follow a year(s) after a successful colon cancer surgery?

Accepted Answer

Generally: Depending on a patient's overall health, once or twice yearly physical examination, basic blood tests, maybe yearly colonoscopy. Blood CEA testing sometimes. Also depends on the stage & grade of the cancer at the time of diagnosis. X- ray or ct scan not a routine usually unless there are clinical concerns.

Question 10

what can a person eat that has just undergone lover cancer surgery. what is ok to eat and help the lover ?

Accepted Answer

Diet: Place a call to a dietician at the hospital, explain that you've had liver cancer surgery, inform her of your current height and weight, your weight when you were healthy, current activity status and you'll be told your ideal weight, receive nutritious  dietary instructions, recommended daily calorie intake and get a sample diet

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My brother in law was just informed hee has tongue cancer and neck cancer can't do surgery to big he is only 45 and they gave him 40/60 how long is th?

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Can you have general anaesthetic if you have existing tmjd problems? the disc has slipped and my jaw swings to one side on opening my mouth. having unrelated breast cancer surgery. will the anaesthesia be safe?

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Please help! what happens during colon cancer surgery?

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As a cancer surgery survivor, how can i improve my body image?

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What are the chances of surviving colorectal cancer surgery at 85?

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What are your chances of living after you get liver cancer surgery?

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I had cancer surgery 3 months ago, but i'm having a hard time quitting smoking. besides patches, what can i do?

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Following cancer surgery i had 2 clear pet scans.now after 5 yrs the pet scan is abnormal.what can be the reason, what to do?

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What laboratory exams are typically ordered to follow a year(s) after a successful colon cancer surgery?

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What can a person eat that has just undergone lover cancer surgery. what is ok to eat and help the lover ?

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