Minniea, I had (and sometimes continue to have) many of the sensations you are describing. I also noticed they seem to be more noticeable after being more active. I have found things get gradually better with time.

For those folks having a "burning" sensation while eating you may have a yeast infection. They are common post radiation, and do not always exhibit visable symptoms. I was plagued by them up until recently (over 2 years) and the only symptom was a burning sensation while eating or drinking. Nystatin swish (prescription) was all it took to knock it out for weeks at a time.

Mark, 21 Year survivor, SCC right tonsil, 3 nodes positive, one with extra-capsular spread. I never asked what stage (would have scared me anyway) Right side tonsillectomy, radical neck dissection right side, maximum radiation to both sides, no chemo, no PEG, age 40 when diagnosed.