Donnajean,

I can only speak from my experience on this. About 2 weeks post-op, in September 2002, the swelling under my neck started to move up to the side of my face. I was told to expect the swelling and discomfort UNDER my chin. I called my Surgeon and went to the hospital where a cat scan revealed 2 pockets of infection in the surgical field. These were opened, drained and allowed to heal inside to outside. I ended up in the hospital on antibiotics and anti fugal medications for a week. This may not be the problem your husband is experiencing but I would have it checked sooner than later, it does not sound right! Take care. I forgot to mention, I had the mandible split and left side neck dissection for tonsil/tongue(small section) SCC. Radiation was post-Op.

Glenn