Hello,

This is my first time using this. I appreciate any and all help that can be given to me/my dad.

My dad has been recently dx with Stage IV squamous cell carcinoma of the mouth involving 4 lymph nodes. He has recently (Jan 08) undergone surgical removal of the mandible and lymph nodes and currently doing radiation tx (finished 12 treatments of 33). First he had scar tissue in the left cheek which caused swelling on the left side. Now this swelling has left the check and is in the throat area. He describes the feeling of having broken bottles pieces moving in the throat area. It is particularly uncomfortable when he talks alot. Help! Has anyone gone through the same or similiar experience that can help my dad. Thank you.