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Swallowing hard 7 wks after radiation: Will it get better?
Head & Neck Cancer | Last Active: Feb 1 12:20pm | Replies (18)Comment receiving replies
I agree with all the recent posts above. Swallowing will definitely be an issue but the degree can vary for each of us. For me, I'm 7 months post 35 radiation sessions/chemo and my swallowing just this week took a turn for the better. Yay!! I've been living on soups, shakes etc. but I can now eat many more foods as long as I wash everything down which is fine with me. Hang in there, it's all about time and it will get better
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@johnbonani I had a similar duration treatment for SCC, but today I'm only 2 months out. Thanks for your comment and advice!
Currently, swallowing is a like my workout routine. Tylenol before a meal seems to help and very small sips of room temp water with every bite are mandatory.
It's a chore but I keep pushing myself everyday to find soft compatible food. Every swallow hurts, but surprisingly certain biscuits (with jelly) and even certain pizza crusts are possible to take down.
It's encouraging to see you and others making gains after treatment.
Thank you again.. please keep posting!