It gets better. You're strong. Keep up the good work!

You have had a tough battle and it isn't over yet, but from here each day may bring a little more relief. When you have a better day, hang onto that feeling and know that you will have many more as the weeks go by. Keep trying new things to help gain weight, as your taste buds will keep changing. I mostly lived on smoothies made with whatever fresh fruit tasted right, but added ricotta or cottage cheese for protein. The tang of yogurt just wasn't pleasant. It sounds like you didn't have a feeding tube but that is always a temporary option. I survived without one also but getting enough calories in is tough. Stay active and look into a mild exercise program like beginning yoga. I kept walking daily even when I needed a cane for balance. A year from now you will be doing so much better, adapting to the new normal. For a bittersweet smile, google "cancer and mountain lion" to see a very creative little analogy for cancer treatment that someone wrote.... I smile and shed a tear at when I read it. Be strong and good luck.

@chanderson, I’d like to add my welcome along with @jimthomasintl and @sepdvm.

What helps you with regaining weight & nuscle? Any tips to share? Did you work with a speech therapist to rehab the ability to swallow again?