Difficulty with free flap(80% tongue reconstruction done)

this is regarding my mom, age 56. She has undergone CT tongue - free flap reconstruction of 80-85%. Its been 2mnths frim surgery and she is still not able to drink anything. We are finding it very difficult and here in india i am not able to find a good speech and swallow therapists team to help her out.

can you guide?

 

regards

bhawna

pune

  • Hello Bhawna,

    I just wanted to welcome you to the forum and I hope you will meet others here who have experienced similar difficulties following free flap reconstruction. It is sad that she still isn't able to drink anything and I hope that her condition improves soon.

    It might be worth you getting in touch with a cancer organization in India as they might have some recommendations for you or some tips to help your mum out. I would for example suggest you contact the Indian Cancer Society  as they may have further information on this for you.

    Best wishes to you and your mum,

    Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator