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New Here: Just had surgery for mouth and neck (lymph) cancer
Head & Neck Cancer | Last Active: May 4, 2023 | Replies (22)Comment receiving replies
Hello, I have a question? Ok I to have tongue cancer and in some of my lymph nodes. my question is did you have some of your tongue removed? I had most of mine removed and I wanted to ask do you eat solid foods still or do you eat through a tube. I have a tube in but I don't use it. I eat milkshakes everyday and want to go on trying other foods but am still a little scared to try. What is the easiest foods you would say to try first?
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I was diagnosed with lymphomia in my mouth. We initially thought it was TMJ related and by the time it was ruled out I could no longer open my mouth or swallow. No surgery was possible but have had radiation and chemo. I eat and drink using a g tube. I consulted with a nutritionist and prepare my own meals but do also use Ensure Plus. I'd be happy to share more details as to what works for me. My primary dinner is boiled chicken and vegetables in chicken broth. Bottom line is to count calories for your daily weight goal and to blend the right ratio of solids to liquids so that they will go through the tube. Good luck!