I Had A Spot On My Tongue For 10 YEARS! - Ryan | Stage 4 Head & Neck Cancer | The Patient Story

Ryan first noticed a small white spot on his tongue that had been there for years. Despite having it checked regularly by his dentist, the spot worsened when he accidentally bit it, and it wouldn’t heal. In this cancer vlog, Ryan shares his journey from that first spot to a devastating diagnosis, followed by a partial tongue removal surgery and extensive treatments, including radiation and chemotherapy. He also explores the emotional impact of his diagnosis on his family, the importance of taking charge of his treatment, and his ongoing participation in clinical trials to find the best treatment. Thank you, Ryan, for sharing your story to help others. Want to hear more about Ryan's diagnosis of head & neck cancer? 👉 https://thepatientstory.com/patient-s... #oralhealth #headandneck #immunotherapy #cancerpatient #cancersurvivor #patientstories #thepatientstory #cancertreatment #cancerprevention #cancersymptoms The Patient Story: The Patient Story is led by a dedicated team of medical, editorial, and video experts, committed to authentically portraying the cancer patient experience. Sharing your story holds transformative power, culturally and personally. We handle each narrative with utmost care, compassion, and scientific rigor. Our editorial process adheres to the highest journalistic standards, ensuring medically researched, vetted, and fact-checked content. Backed by experienced medical professionals, we offer insights into the latest medical advancements. Beyond patient narratives, we provide comprehensive coverage of cancer news and medical resources. From symptoms to clinical trials, insurance, finances, and support groups, we offer guidance in a humanized manner. Chapters: 00:00 Meet Ryan 01:30 What Was Inside My Mouth 03:18 The Unique Symptoms I Experienced 04:41 I Finally Went To See An Oral Surgeon 05:48 I Had To Have Part Of My Tongue Removed 06:18 I Had A Tongue Flap Using A Patch Of My Forearm 07:17 I Had A Neck Dissection 08:07 My Treatment Plan After Surgery 09:44 My Cancer Came Back 11:37 I Signed Up For Clinical Trials 13:37 Why I Recommend Clinical Trials 17:53 How We Look At My Diagnosis 20:11 What My New Normal Looks Like 23:44 How I Look At The Word “Hope” Join Our Community: Sign up for our FREE website: https://thepatientstory.com/ Facebook:   / thepatientstory   Instagram:   / thepatientstory   Twitter:   / patient_story   TikTok:   / patientstory   I Had A Spot On My Tongue For 10 YEARS! - Ryan | Stage 4 Head & Neck Cancer | The Patient Story    / @thepatientstory