I had my surgery today. It was a radical neck dissection level 2, 3, 4 or at least that is what I think the fellow said. I have two drain tubes, and a lot of stitches. It;s hard to swallow. They gave br broth & jello. I can move my shoulder but that side of my mouth is not working, hoping that is temporary. Crooked smile will be okay if my life is saved. They have me on morphine.

All the food talk about hamburgers has me hungry. I am supposed to be trying to gain weight til I have the radiation and chemo. From what you are all saying, it sounds difficult.

I will write more when I am no more awake.

Thank you everyone for your responses. It means a lot to hear from others out there. I was looking for some advice and support.

I am in NYC so not a legal state but decriminalized I think. They just passed some new rulings. I'll have to look it up. I will consult with whatever. I am doing. I saw a study for the AHCC that looked hopeful. I will try some things until treatments start in hopes of keeping it at bay.

I wonder if anyone has tried any alternatives.