Hi, my name is Jacs and my brother had a 70% glossectomy 5 days ago for tongue cancer so I am a bit new to this. He is doing ever so well but is absolutely terrified to lie down for fear of choking. He has a LOT of saliva just now. I cannot imagine how this must feel but he is exhausted as he can’t sleep. Is there any advice please? Much appreciated in advance. Thank you

Hi Jacs. I don't know if this would help but I ordered one of those big foam wedge pillows for my husband so he could elevate his head while he slept. I hope your brother improves quickly!

my husband got one of those wedge pillows too and it helps.

Hi Jacs,

You’ve received helpful advice on a wedge pillow. I have an electric bed, so that helps to incline, but even with that I slept in the recliner for several months after one surgery. Other times I brushed my mouth (follow dr suggestions), and had extra cups, towel, bedside for mucus, so I wouldn’t have to get up at night.

When I was is the hospital after my first treatment, I had much mucus, which was taken out by a suction machine, I forget the name now, but I have heard of others with Home models.

Good luck

Hi Jacs, Beside the pillow and other suggestions my doctor prescribed a mucus thinner and a suction machine to help remove it. Praying for you and your brother. Bryan

Thank you so much for everyones help. Really appreciate everyones time and replies. Huge help!!!

Much appreciated. Jacs