Created by Itzhak Brook MD a physician and a laryngectomee. It contains information about head and neck cancer, life after laryngectomy, and manuscripts and videos about Dr. Brook's personal experiences as a patient with throat cancer. It has information about side effects of radiation and chemotherapy; methods of speaking; airway, mucus, stoma, voice prosthesis; eating and swallowing; medical, dental and psychological issues; respiration; anesthesia; travelling; and COVID-19.
The early and long term side effects of radiation therapy for head and neck cancer can be difficult to endure and some may be a life long challenge. To read the recent updated description of these complications and their management see the Side effects of radiation treatment of head and neck cancer page.
