Hello all. I am new to group. Had fourth surgery on tongue 20 months ago. The first three came back precancer, the last was cancer. I did not have chemo or radiation.
After this last surgery I have had a horrible time with the feeling of dry mouth. My mouth is not really all that dry, but my tongue swells and I have the feeling of being dehydrated. I drink gallons of liquid a day and have to just stop and sit sometimes to let the swelling of my tongue go down. The ENT seems a bit puzzled and has suggested Biotene, which has helped until recently.
Has anyone else had this difficulty after tongue surgery and have you found anything that helps?

David