Hi Rose! On 10.16.19, I sent a couple of other newer members going thru a similar situation the following post which also applies to you....

We have on ongoing list of the best foods for patients who have eating problems or are relearning how to eat after rads/surgeries. These foods have a smoother texture and can be a bit bland but for someone who can barely swallow and/or has painful mouth sores they work great....

OCFs List of Easy to Eat Foods


Most swallow tests are done after all treatments have been completed. Surprisingly, some patients have a hard time eating/drinking after only a couple days of not doing it. Those muscles very quickly forget how to function together. Best things to help are first select the proper food that you can eat. Take small bites and make sure you have plenty of extra time to eat/drink so you arent rushed. Those minor changes can help you to do better with your swallowing. Id highly recommend check at your treatment facility to set up a meeting with a SLP, or nutritionist or someone that can help make eating and drinking easier. It sure cant hurt to have another specialist in yoru corner to help get you past the rough spots.