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This whole ChemoFog thing is real…at least for me anyway. I can remember stuff but I just can’t think clearly. It’s the oddest thing. It feels like I can’t think critically…. like I can’t focus on problem solving…which is very scary when you have a job that needs problem solving. It’s a bummer because I’ve had it for the last 3 years now and it’s not getting better. In fact, maybe even worse now.

Heck, my hair’s not growing back the way the doctors said it would either. lol

But, I’m not complaining…well, justa little! ;)
After getting cancer 5 times in the last 20 years and numerous surgeries, radiation, chemos…I’m still alive
and diggin’ every breath!

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Understand your red blood counts

Red blood cells pick up oxygen as blood passes though the lungs and release it to the cells in the body. If you have low red blood cells you may feel tired and not at your best. Know your labs and monitor your side effects so you can partner more closely with your physician.

What is lip and oral cavity cancer?

Lip and oral cavity cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the lips or mouth. The oral cavity includes the following:

The front two thirds of the tongue.
The gingiva (gums).
The buccal mucosa (the lining of the inside of the cheeks).
The floor (bottom) of the mouth under the tongue.
The hard palate (the roof of the mouth).
The retromolar trigone (the small area behind the wisdom teeth).

Most lip and oral cavity cancers start in squamous cells, the thin, flat cells that line the lips and oral cavity. These are called squamous cell carcinomas. Cancer cells may spread into deeper tissue as the cancer grows. Squamous cell carcinoma usually develops in areas of leukoplakia (white patches of cells that do not rub off).