Cathy,

I to had a sore on the right side of my tongue which I thought was just caused by a bite or rubbing. It was scc as yours. Lost 1/3 of my tongue ( right side) and had it reconstructed. Had a number of node s removed and tested and all were clear. Spent 10 days in University Hospital in San Antonio the end of May. I am now in my 5th week of radiation with no real problems. I have been fortunate as I can still swallow and eat fine (lost taste last week though and that su---) and haven't lost any weight. Don't get the wrong idea here as it is not a picnic but for some it is not as bad as other. Keep a good attitude and you will survive. My radiologist has a new mouthwash that is fantastic - takes the pain away just use it 6 times a day.