Adrienne - welcome to our family and so sorry to hear about all that you've gone through. You're in the right place for help, advice and compassion. I don't have any specific advice about swelling reduction but I'm sure someone will.

Mainly I applaud your bravery and fortitude. Very glad to read that you're getting all your calories. Keep that up! Although it might not seem so now, there will come a time in the not too distant future when you'll be able to join your family again for meals, and will enjoy them.

My thoughts are with you.

David 2
SCC of occult origin 1/09 (age 55)| Stage III TXN1M0 | HPV 16+, non-smoker, moderate drinker | Modified radical neck dissection 3/09 | 31 days IMRT finished 6/09 | Hit 15 years all clear in 6/24 | Radiation Fibrosis Syndrome kicked in a few years after treatment and has been progressing since | Prostate cancer diagnosis 10/18