Hi Bud,

I'm due in Surgery for a partial glossectory and neck dissection on Monday 18th Nov. Both my surgeon and speech therapist have said that I will be eating (albeit soft foods) and speaking (albeit a bit slurred) by the time I leave hospital - which should be a 7 - 10 day stay. smile

My surgeon has also told me to expect weakness and stiffness of the shoulder due to the neck dissection but that physical therapy can help with this.

Let's metaphorically hold each other's hand as we get through this together.

I wish you all the luck in the world

Cheryl

Cheryl aged 50. Long time smoker but quit 4 years ago - rarely drink alcohol
Referred oral health 17th Sept '13 -
Incisional biopsy right tongue 23rd Sept '13
MRI 30th Sept '13
Confirmed invasive moderately diffirentiated SCC 2nd October 2013 - Chest Xray and MRI Clear
Surgery planned 12th Nov '13 Partial glossectomy, neck dissection, flap from forearm.
Surgery cancelled - non-availability of HDU bed
Surgery resceduled 18th Nov '13
Fighting fear on a daily basis but keep smiling.