Hi Lyn,

My surgery sounds like it was pretty similar to yours. I had about 1/2 of my tongue removed and then reconstructed on 10/22/07. I started radiation on 12/11. So far it's been fine, but from what I've read, I may not feel much for a couple of weeks. I'm being optimistic about possible side effects. My mantra during treatments are "no side effects"-which my RO found amusing. Hey, it's worth a try. It sounds like you're eating which is a good sign. The first 4 weeks following surgery were very frustrating,I was so tired of pureed soups,etc., but every day since I've noticed some small improvements. I'd never thought of using chop sticks. That makes a lot of sense. Thanks.

Speech issues have been very frustrating. I started speech therapy, but it's very slow. I'm looking forward to regaining what I've lost.

ANy questions you might have, please feel free to ask me.