OP  Patient Advocate (old timer, 2000 posts)
Joined: Apr 2005 Posts: 2,219 | Thanks Pam & Barb. You have confirmed what I read about this affect after parotid gland removal. I appreciate your input.
I know many OCF members have had neck disections and since I haven't been able to find anything written about this happening after surgery in the submandibular gland area (no removal of the gland) I was interested in knowing if anyone else has, or is having, these same symptoms.
Jerry
Jerry
Retired Dentist, 59 years old at diagnosis. SCC of the left lateral border of the tongue (Stage I). Partial glossectomy and 30 nodes removed, 4/6/05. Nodes all clear. No chemo no radiation 18 year survivor.
"Whatever doesn't kill me, makes me stronger"
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