Hello. My father had a large tumor removed on the base of his tongue 11 days ago. I don't know how much of the base was removed, as my father doesn't want us to ask alot of questions, but I know it was larger than the surgeon thought it was. I would just like to know if anyone else with a tumor removed on the base of their tongue has had any success with swallowing again. He hasn't had a swallow test because he is afraid to do it. He says he is not ready. He has a trache and can talk fairly well all things considered. Any input would be welcome.
Thanks,
Rett