Christine, I did go to the site you posted. There is an article about black hairy tongue. LOL I hope I don't have to shave it. J/K I did try to brush my tongue with noresults earlier today. I see where the stats for 5 yrs are still at 50%. I'm glad we are all in the surivor 50% and will beat this stuff. Thanks for the posts all. Jim


Since posting this. UPMC, Pittsburgh, Oct 2011 until Jan. I averaged about 2 to 3 surgeries a week there. w Can't have jaw made as bone is deteroriating steaily that is left in jaw. Mersa is to blame. Feeding tube . Had trach for 4mos. Got it out April.
--- Passed away 5/14/14, will be greatly missed by everyone here