HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Suggest Treatment For Tonsil Cancer With Lung Metastasis

My tonsil cancer was removed via chemo and radiation in August 2012. However, there was metastasis to the lungs, which until recently was under control. However, the tonsil cancer has returned and the action in the lungs has increased. I hesitate to start a third round of chemo due to the toll on my immune system. Do other alternatives exist?
Wed, 26 Aug 2015
Report Abuse
Radiologist 's  Response
Hi,
Thanks for writing in.

Cancer is a difficult condition and requires regular follow up. Tonsil cancer might have a good survival when compared to other cancers. If it has spread to your lungs then probably aggressive treatment is required and that is why they have suggested you for chemotherapy.

Immunity is a concern but risk and benefit has to be considered when keeping in mind that your cancer is not completely under control. You might like to take precautions and then proceed with third round of chemotherapy for treatment. Please do not worry.
I find this answer helpful

Note: For further queries related to kidney problems Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Recent questions on Tonsil cancer


Loading Online Doctors....
Suggest Treatment For Tonsil Cancer With Lung Metastasis

Hi, Thanks for writing in. Cancer is a difficult condition and requires regular follow up. Tonsil cancer might have a good survival when compared to other cancers. If it has spread to your lungs then probably aggressive treatment is required and that is why they have suggested you for chemotherapy. Immunity is a concern but risk and benefit has to be considered when keeping in mind that your cancer is not completely under control. You might like to take precautions and then proceed with third round of chemotherapy for treatment. Please do not worry.