The swollen lymph nodes are most likely not cancer. They seem like a simple case of parotitis, which is an inflammation of my salivary gland due to the radiation and dry mouth. What a relief!!!!
The problem is not uncommon, but the doc at Doylestown did not know what it was. Dr. Dougherty called Dr. Sherman who suggested it, and then Weinstein who said that I needed to see a ENT specialist immediately.
So after a 9-hour hospital day, I met with Dr. Mass, who is a Doylestown ENT. He knows Weinstein very well, and Weinstein had mentioned he knew the ENT staff at Doylestown and was very impressed by them.
After a short examination and some questions, he said it looks like a simple case of parotitis, an inflamed salivary gland. I was so relieved and told him worried my cancer had come back and he gave me a knowing "I don't think so", which made me feel good. I need more fluids, and to suck on candy/chewing gum to stimulate more flow.
This was another rollercoaster ride where I really feared the worst, and things worked out for the best.
Now my big question is whether or not to do the #6 chemo and finish my treatments, or pull the plug. Hmmmm.
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Whew!! What a scare that was. Great news not a return of the cancer. Hmm. lets see sucking on lolipops, bald, sounds like Kojac to me. :)
Dave, we know that you will make a well informed decision on the #6 chemo. Listen to your heart, your doctors, and also your care givers. (not necessarily in that order) We will, as always continue to pray for your well being, a complete recovery, and no return of the cancer.
By the way, MaMa Keaton says let you know that she is praying for you and that she loves you too.
Love as always,
Aunt Betty and Uncle Wayne
Great news. Sometimes those reassuring looks are priceless. Continued prayers for your health, and your decision-making.
I am thinking with a scare like that, that maybe # 6 is a go. Peace to you, my brother, in making that decision.
Aunt Betty made me laugh with the Kojac looky-likey remark. I bet you are way cuter than that!
Such a relief to know it is not a cancerous node. Good news in a strange package!
I am sure you will know what is right for you to do next.
Thank God Dave that it wasn't the cancer. WOW.......what a scare for all of you.
The decision about the last chemo. is a very hard one to make. After listening to what everyone has to say, you are going to be the one to make that decision.God will help you make the right decision.
Keep sucking on the candy !!!!!
Love & Hugs.Nancy
SO glad to hear that for you Dave. I am sure the next treatment is hard to consider after what you have been through.
Best wishes
I know...you just want your long flowing locks back...you looked good in the golf hat! You should try a rat-pack hat and go for a tall Dean Martin look.
-kev
Hi Dave. I have been following your story over since November, 2007. I have read all of your blog entries. I am so glad to hear that this was a false alarm. Thank you for documenting your experiences so thoroughly. Your experiences have helped me immensely. I was diagnosed with stage IV Nasopharyngeal in October of 2007. I completed Radiation and 2 rounds of chemo on Jan 10, 2008 and start another 6 treatments of chemo on Feb 4. I haven't been assessed post radiation so I don't know the results of the treatment. I will pray for your continued recovery
Hey David,
Sorry I haven't kept in touch with you, but stay strong and never stop believing!!!! If there is anything I can do for you or you need anything please let me know. Our thoughts and prayers are always with you!
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