HI I am new at this. My husband diagnosed on Dec 06 with base of tongue. IN Jan 07 had surgery for the base left side, also removed 1 tonsil same side and the lymph nodes. Follow up with only 33 treatments of radiation. No chemo recommnded. Stage 1. Anyway he lost his saliva, taste too, He only has a rotten taste all the time. He never had a feeding tube, only for 3 days in hospital.He drank boost for 1 yrs. could not tolerate food, but a Dr told him he had to beat or he would lose his swallowing ability. He always has the feeling something is stuck in his throat. He is checked every 3 mo. and there is nothing seen. He's been lucky with his followup scans. But he's not happy with his terrible taste. Has tried many things. We go to a support grp 1 month. Any new ideas for him would be appreciated.