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Preparing for a partial glossectomy: What can I expect?
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Hi @logi
I definitely have some Neck Fibrosis, Lymphedema, Swallowing, Speech, and weak shoulder issues (including range of motion and droopy) from it so far in which I have to get PT for. I am in constant research mode to help and improve myself (this forum helps) from all my cancer treatments, I am determined to still find time to get to the gym and lift weights and play softball.
Oh 2024 was challenging as I also ended up having Aspiration Pneumonia (took 7 liters of infection out of my lung cavity) which you are more susceptible to with the tongue surgery, 2 Esophageal Dilations, H.Pylori bacterial infection, viral infection, and finished it off with some skin cancer. But I recovered and cancer free for now.
Good luck on your journey and God speed.
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@roblem it’s posts like yours that make me smile at how resilient some people are! Good luck in your continuing health journey!
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Hi Robles, god you’ve been through it! Congrats on your recovery, impressive. The pneumonia thing has always scared me, so far so good.
I am doing pt now just a few so far, but seems to be helping.
6 months out from surgery trying to gain weight. The reconstruction in throat had made swallowing a nightmare but did therapy and doing better. Also cancer free, mri last week. We are warriors for sure. Happy for you!
Logi