I was relieved to learn from my(VA)ENT doc that my cancer of the tongue is stage I. I am supposed to meet with his boss (surgeon?) in the next week or so to discuss a plan of action. Sounds like they are going to recommend surgery with removal of about 1/2 the tongue (really?) and possibly the lymph nodes though at this point there is no indication they are involved. I am fortunate to live near the UT Cancer Research and Care Center and plan on getting a second opinion there.
I would really like to hear from those who have "been there, done that" as to what my post operative challenges
in recovery might be (eating, talking, etc). I'm a 65 yr. old male.

Thanks
Bud

Male, age 65, smoker, former drinker. Retired corp. pilot. diagnosed with stage I squamous cell in the lower tongue. Fairly active. I don't "exercise" exercise but work in the lawn and garden and work on my hot rod cars.