Hi lauriern;
9 weeks post TX and 10 pound gain. I would say that's success! Wayne and Diane have received the same information I've been getting from my Dr.'s. This whole eating thing is a subject all on its own. Everyone is totally different but basically all the same. It's tough! I'm three months post TX and tonight had a cheeseburger, which I couldn't have even imagined eating ever again a few weeks ago. It took 40 minutes and 2 1/2 bottles of water, but I ate it and I'm ecstatic that I can eat!!

I have "the neck" and just Wednesday had my second visit with a speech therapist that works with my ENT. (therapy was suggested by other folks here) The first week she scoped my throat, explained how things work in there, what has happened due to the treatments, and taught me exercises to improve my swallowing and speech. This week she actually massaged my tongue, cheeks, and then my neck, showing my wife and I how to properly complete the movements. WOW, we were amazed that after the session I actually had a fairly normal neck and my chin was visible! It returned the following day to a large degree but still is down from where it was even three days later. (Oh honey, time for another massage LOL) This started out to help me swallow but we have learned a lot of tricks so far.

Best Wishes,

Steve