Barb,
Great that your surgery is over and you're recovering well. I had about 1/3 of my tongue removed and the free flap reconstruction 3.5 years ago, and am doing great. I am happy to answer any questions.

Blessings to you and your family.


10/2006 SCC of tongue, 2cm+ (T2)No node involvement or metastases; Resection approx. 1/3 of tongue, free flap reconstruction and MRND (lymph nodes removed) on 10-11. No cancer in lymph nodes - No further treatment recommended at this time. 3.5 years cancer free.