I am 16 years post treatment and very thankful for recovery. I am dealing with long term effects of radiation. Very dry mouth, difficulty swallowing and choking often -- even on water. I believe radiation has damaged nerves since I have progressive difficulty forming some words. I don't have full control as I once did of my lower lip on the side where I had the tonsil tumor. I have a crooked smile and speak more from one side of my mouth. It is much more obvious to me than others. I have another strange effect I believe may be from radiation. My neck is tight from radiation and when I look up too long, I get lightheaded. I can stop the lightheadedness by looking down for a few seconds. My question to all of you is whether anyone has experienced anything similar.