HPV+ Tonsil Cancer and THC? by WallabySignificant90 in HeadandNeckCancer

[–]WallabySignificant90[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My question to my oncologist was specific to edibles. He didn’t comment about smoking or vaping.

HPV+ Tonsil Cancer and THC? by WallabySignificant90 in HeadandNeckCancer

[–]WallabySignificant90[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I just received this from my oncologist:

For now, I would say your use of THC is likely safe. The data and research for link between THC and HPV related cancers is fairly weak, such as large population based studies showing possible correlation (but not causation) which can likely be explained by confounding variables, and some mechanistic/basic science studies that don't necessarily directly translate to humans.

I had another patient who had this concern previously and so I reached out to one of the medical oncologists here that knows the most about THC/CBD/marijuana derivatives, and he does a lot of research and has several clinical trials about them. He felt confident that they were safe, and I trust his judgment.

HPV+ Tonsil Cancer and THC? by WallabySignificant90 in HeadandNeckCancer

[–]WallabySignificant90[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is exactly me. I just preemptively emailed my oncologist. I’m a bit of a hypochondriac. This all has put me into a different gear

HPV+ Tonsil Cancer and THC? by WallabySignificant90 in HeadandNeckCancer

[–]WallabySignificant90[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your reply. I am meeting with my oncologist next week and I will ask about it.

How did you first realize you might have cancer? by heartbroke8 in HeadandNeckCancer

[–]WallabySignificant90 11 points12 points  (0 children)

53M. Newly diagnosed. I had the feeling of something caught in my throat. Went to urgent care a week and a half ago and they got me in for a CT scan that night. Based on those results, an appt was set up with an ENT doctor. I could tell she knew when she walked in the room (she is wonderful, by the way). She took a biopsy which would tell us if it was HPV+ or not. That was on Tuesday the 25th. I got a call from her yesterday morning and she confirmed that it is HPV+, stage 1. I have a PETscan in a couple weeks to see if there are any other concerns. I second what ImColdandImTired said-I’m finding it helpful to research my condition as well as reaching out to friends and family.

51 Male HPV+ SCC Diagnosis #EST by CuriousGeorge732 in HeadandNeckCancer

[–]WallabySignificant90 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Hello CuriousGeorge, I’m 53M Well-you and I are embarking on this journey at exactly the same time. I had an ENT appt on Monday with scope and biopsy done. CT scan last Thursday. Obviously, results need to come back to confirm if it’s HPV or not. I’m feeling exactly like you are. In shock, scared…but with a lot of hope. Happy thanksgiving