I have an appt. with the VA surgeon tomorrow to discuss my upcoming surgery. I think the plan is to remove about 1/2 my tongue and possibly the lymph nodes. At this point I don't think Rad. or chemo is part of the plan. I also have an appt. with a surgeon at the UT CCC for a second opinion on Fri.

I have compiled a list of questions to ask which I'll summarize below.
OPERATION: What and how much are you taking? How long will it take? How will you know if you need to take the lymph nodes?
RECOVERY: How long in hosp. How long at home (to "normal" activity levels)? What post op therapy will I need?
SIDE/AFTER EFFECTS: Talking? eating/swallowing? soreness?
fatigue?

What am I missing and what are your experiences? Any surprises you brave warriors can spare me will certainly be appreciated. I'll be happy to post the results of my consult tomorrow.

Thanks
Bud