Hi there I've had a portion of my tongue removed.. And rebuilt they did a great job. I have a bit of a lisp when I'm tired but usually i sound pretty clear. Mind you it depends on how much they remove and location as well - if you're BOT did the Tumor spread to your tongue? I'm surprised they are suggesting this type of surgery - also yes there are quite a few here who've had. Numerous sessions of radiation , one woman I know has had it 5 times I believe. Best of luck.

Last edited by Cheryld; 09-08-2012 09:20 PM.
Cheryl : Irritation - 2004 BX: 6/2008 : Inflam. BX: 12/10, DX: 12/10 : SCC - LS tongue well dif. T2N1M0. 2/11 hemigloss + recon. : PND - 40 nodes - 39 clear. 3/11 - 5/11 IMRT 33 + cis x2, PEG 3/28/11 - 5/19/11 3 head, 2 chest scans - clear(fingers crossed) HPV-, No smoke, drink, or drugs, Vegan