I posted a similar message on the intro page but thought it made sense to post here as well. I was originaly diagnosed with squamous cell carcinoma of tongue Nov 2001, had partial glossectomy and neck disection confrming no nodal involvement. I just had a recurrence (or was it a new primary) March 31, 2006, had another partial glossectomy, and am scheduled to begin IMRT radiation in 2-3 weeks. Any guidance on what I should be doing to prepare for radiation is greatly appreciated. I don't want to only rely on what the nurses say as many things on this board appear very relevant to me. Is there anything I should do ahead of radiation because it just won't be the same experience post radiation? Foods, etc.. I had all 4 of my wisdom teeth extacted the other day to kick off this fun process. Thanks in advance and thanks to others who have already responded to my posting on intro page


SCC on left side of tongue 12/01 left partial glossectomy, left neck disection (clean), recurrence 3/06 on back left of tongue, 2nd partial glossectomy, no nodal inolvement, IMRT completed 6/30/06