Hi My name is Sharlee and I live in upstate NY , And I was recently ( On MON) diagnosed with tongue cancer , a definite shock as dont ( nor have I ever) smoke ..not a big drinker and under age 40 and female , all the suposide risk factors. I have to say I am scared to death as I watch my cousin dad , ( MY Uncle by marriage ) go through this. I dont know much yet I go to the specialist on Mon the 29th . I guess I am asking what I could possibly have to look forward to besides the fact I am going to lose more of my tongue ...will I be able to talk , I know when they took out what they did it was difficult and so was swallowing . I am a mom of 5 and just trying to get a grip on this all. so any info and advice could be helpful