Hi Claire,

Sorry you are having to go through this but you've definitely come to the right place for information and support. I had a partial glossectomy on 2/2/11 so am three weeks post surgery. I had an artificial graft on the side of my tongue, wore a bandage for two weeks and was on a totally liquid diet for that period as well. Last week the bandage came off and I can eat pretty much anything I want except sharp food like chips. I also find acidic or spicy food to be painful. This is the third surgery on my tongue and the fifth in my mouth. They were all a little painful but nothing that the meds couldn't handle and in all cases I was eating and speaking normally within a month if not sooner.

I haven't had any lymph nodes removed so I can't speak for that but hopefully that too will heal quickly and with no more than moderate discomfort.

Wishing you all the best, you're in good hands- both with your surgical team and your new found friends here. Will be keeping you in my thoughts! Keep us posted.