Typically takes weeks for the taste buds to recover and then it is gradual. So, it's not about tasting good now but the simple act of downing more solid food which is a victory in and of itself. As noted, apple sauce, jello, soups of any kind, eggs, and PANCAKES with lots of butter and suryp. Best to him on a faster than normal recovery.

Bill . . . SCC - originated in right tonsil, drifted into neck ( 28 lymph nodes removed - one positive ). Radical neck dissection in September 07, completed 34 radiation tx on January 4, 2008. Used Peg. Non smoker, 61, good shape, no previous health issues. Second year PET scan - "all clear".