Bob - please keep us posted on what the ENT doc says. I hope all turns out well for you. My husband was just seen by his surgeon on 4/8 and the radiation oncologist on 4/11 - neither one expressed any concern over the swelling - or the "squeezing/tightness" sensation (like someone is trying to choke you from behind) - so if it was anything to worry about, I'm sure they would have said something. Nonetheless, being the worry-wart that I am - it's frustrating not having all the answers and even more aggravating is the fact that I can't "do" anything to help him feel any better - except be there for support and encouragement and be the best home-nurse I can try to be. His next Dr's appt. is not until 5/13. But please let us know how things are going - and I wish you all the best. Take care.