Hello, My name is Keith. I am 38 years old and have experienced a recurrance of SCC in my tongue. I recently had surgery where about 1/2 of my tongue was removed and then reconstucted, along with a neck disection. I will be starting radiation within the next couple of weeks. No chemo.

I am looking for opinions about whether or not to have a feeding tube put in my stomach or not. I lost about 30 pounds recuperating from my surgery and have gained about 10 back. I would appreciate any insight.


Tongue cancer diagnosed 12/01. Tumor removed. No chemo, no radiation. Early stage 3 SCC of the tongue recurrance 12/06, well differentiated. Hemiglossectomy, free flap, neck dissection 3/26/07. IMRT Tx finished 8-7-07(30 Tx's). No chemo.