Hi Coach. Our cancers are as individual as we are, and your speaking ability will depend on what treatment is prescribed. There is no way to tell how well you will speak until after all of that is finished. After my 1st surgery, people told me I spoke with a "lisp" but they had removed about 1/2 my tongue. After my 2nd surgery where they removed most of what was left, I now speak like someone who does not have hearing ability. But, we do what we have to do to stay alive.

Having said all this about me, I know others who have had EXTENSIVE surgeries (like Christine) who speak very well and very clearly.

Looking forward to your further posts. Good luck with your biopsy - hope you get the results soon - waiting is hell!!

Donna