I go from having saliva to a dry mouth, especially at night. I could taste after surgery but now everything tastes the same. Salty.. I drink at least 8 16oz bottles of spring water a day plus my usual 6 cups of coffee in the morning. Most food or drinks make my tongue feel like a fire eaters . I'm 4 months out and working thru it and enjoying life to the fullest. Have a great day all.


Since posting this. UPMC, Pittsburgh, Oct 2011 until Jan. I averaged about 2 to 3 surgeries a week there. w Can't have jaw made as bone is deteroriating steaily that is left in jaw. Mersa is to blame. Feeding tube . Had trach for 4mos. Got it out April.
--- Passed away 5/14/14, will be greatly missed by everyone here