Thank you so much. I am scared, particularly about radiation. I just had a close family member pass away two months ago, so for me I do think stress has had alot to do with it. They are giving me a trach as well during my surgery which I am not too thrilled about.

Stage 1 tongue carcinoma in 1999 and again in 2001, removed surgically. Stage II tongue carcinoma in 2012, surgery, neck dissection, flap from forearm, trach (removed in hospital before leaving). Finished 30 rad tx on 11/28/12.

Jessica, age 38