I have been fighting cancer for more than 15 years. My current challenge is trying to learn how to swallow after a total glossectomy and resection. I am feeding myself with a gastric tube, and expect that to continue for life. However, I would like to be able to enjoy a glass of wine from time to time.
Earl
squamous cell carcinoma first diagnosed in 2004
more than a dozen procedures over the years
radiation treatments in 2006
partial glossectomy/resection in 2009 - able to speak, eat and drink normally afterward
complete glossectomy/resection in September 2019
radiation + chemo in Nov/Dec 2019
all nutrition through gastric tube (bolus feedings with syringe)
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