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Looking for hope! Managing after treatment for tongue cancer
Head & Neck Cancer | Last Active: 13 hours ago | Replies (8)Comment receiving replies
Thank you for responding to my comment. I'm trying my best to be patient & I know recovery is a very slow process. The amount of phelm and mucus I am spitting up is unreal. I can only sleep upright in my recliner and I am awakened every hour at the least, due to phelm running out of my mouth. This is truly disgusting and at times causes me to vomit. Any ideas to deal with this issue? Also, still have ulcers on my tongue, and I'm gargling with salt &baking soda rinse. No taste buds have returned yet. I am able to swallow a small amount of water but that is it. I currently
Have a feeding tube due to weight loss. Every thing else I try to swallow or eat just irritates my tongue & makes the ulcers worse. I have tried broth, jello, ice cream and cream of wheat. Any idea what I could slowly introduce to my mouth which won't irritate my tongue so much. I am about 3 weeks out of radiation & I'm wondering when I will feel somewhat better... Trying to have faith and stay positive!
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@bonnie2172
I know this is hard to do but you need to keep your mind busy, so your focus isn't on your pains.
UTube has puzzles called Quizzle and maybe the game show network. Maybe try an audio book. Music helps entertain me.
Do you have any family with you because more than anything you need a big hug. You're not alone! Bless you.
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@bonnie2172 in addition to what you’ve tried, maybe try instant mashed potatoes, tapioca or other types of puddings. Chia pudding made with coconut milk is also easy to swallow.