 Patient Advocate (old timer, 2000 posts)
Joined: Apr 2005 Posts: 2,219 | Leslie is right. August (real name Colleen) will be a great source of information for you. She is a caring person with a great deal of information on this subject. I know that Colleen sings in a chorale group and also does solos.
There is no question that after removal of part of the palate and the use of an obturator, your voice would certainly be affected. A second or even a third opinion certainly is a great idea.
Good luck.
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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