Hello: Last week I was diagnosed with SCC in my left lymph gland originating from a cancer in the base of my tongue. I am scheduled to have the gland removed and radioactive seeds emplaced in my tongue in two weeks. To be followed by chemo. I will be operated on at Yale New Haven. Can anyone tell me what to expect with my physical condition (I am a healthy 67 year old) due to the neck operation and what the effect of having the "seed" In my tongue will be. I know the chemo will be bad but thats for later. Any insights you can share will be most welcome . TY, Ed