My husband had radical surgery on February 11, 2003. He had his tonsils,some of the base of the tongue,right side of his soft palate removed and the right side of his jaw bone reconstructed. He did have a flap made from his forearm. He has had 15 radiation treaments, with 20 more to go. Eating has been so difficult and I know because of the surgery and radiation that will be the case for a long time. I need to know from past patients with similar treatments, what they have experienced especially with eating. It has been so frustrating for us but I am happy to have him here whatever he can manage to do. He does have a good attitude but I know he would love to have a hamburger someday. I know this site will be a lifesaver for me in the months to come. Thanks for any advice. Becky