Nels,
Good to hear from you, when I first logged in and browsed this forum, I saw some of your helpful posts to others and similarities to my situation s. And very positive attitude which leans us towards health in all ways.
Am home now after several days of car travel after disappointing specialist consultation in big city. But I am only now more motivated to look for more sources of relief and improvement, maybe visit a naturopath friend, research saliva analysis and other things pertinent. Am learning already about stuff like Fentanyl patch and lidocaine jelly and prescription mouthwash.

One thing that has helped me let go of enjoying food is knowing that the ancient and current sages counsel that our purposes in life go far beyond sensory pleasures.

My ancestors came from Ireland mid famine and settled very happily in Erin Prairie and Ashland. Visited both Wisconsin and Mayo county Ireland with my cousin a few years ago. Good places both.
Debra