Can throat cancer be inherited?

Most throat cancers are generally related to smoking and not hereditary, unless the family members are predisposed to smoking. Outside of the larynx, a number of inherited genes predispose family members to cancer development.

Can you live with cancer for 20 years?

Yes, it is possible to have a long life with cancer. Though being diagnosed with cancer is still presumed as a death sentence, most cancers are treatable.

How long did I have P-16 throat cancer?

I am NED for over 2 years. I was HPV positive P-16 Stage IV throat cancer. I had a tonsillectomy, 35 radiation treatments, chemo, and a modified radical neck dissection. Then the wife filed for divorce.

Can a HPV positive throat cancer survivor have sex?

I was HPV positive P-16 Stage IV throat cancer. I had a tonsillectomy, 35 radiation treatments, chemo, and a modified radical neck dissection. Then the wife filed for divorce. Now, I’m now out on my own entering into my first sexual relationship, post-divorce.

When did my husband die of lung cancer?

My husband died 3 years ago after a rapid form of cancer. He only had his diagnosis 4 weeks before he died. I didn’t cry for 2 years. He was gone, but somehow it wasn’t real to me.

How long did my husband Doug live with cancer?

Doug lived longer than anyone expected, surviving a little over 6 years. During that time, we were blessed with our fourth granddaughter. Our sons both received promotions, and we took some trips with family as well as on our own. We also made it to our 42nd anniversary. I am still grieving. I will always grieve for him.

My husband died 3 years ago after a rapid form of cancer. He only had his diagnosis 4 weeks before he died. I didn’t cry for 2 years. He was gone, but somehow it wasn’t real to me.

How long has it been since losing my husband to liver cancer?

It has been 7 mos. since losing my husband to Liver Cancer. So much has happened since but not a day goes by that I don’t wish he were here with me. We would have been married 40 years which seems like to long ago yet just like yesterday. I was only 17 when I met him and now I am left here to live the rest of my life without him!

Which is more common throat cancer in men or women?

Throat cancer, officially known as oropharyngeal cancer, is more than twice as common in men than women, according to the American Cancer Society. It specifically affects your tonsils and the base, or the very back, of your tongue, says Dr. Teknos.