Tongue Cancer

My husband has just finished 6 weeks radiotherapy.  He declined a feeding tube so living on meal replacement shakes. He's supposed to have 7 x 300 calorie drinks a day and I struggle to get him near this. He's had bad neck burns but with medication these are healing.  Any advice on anything would be helpful 

  • Hello JaneRider

    I'm sorry to hear that your husband is struggling with the side effects of his radiotherapy at the moment. It's obviously a difficult time for you both. 

    I know that we've lots of members on this thread who have been through treatments for head and neck cancers and it may be that some of them are able to share their experiences and advice with you. 

    You're also welcome to talk with our team of nurses for some support and information if you think it may help. They're available Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm on 0808 800 4040. 

    Hopefully things will start to heal and improve for your husband over the coming weeks. Keep in touch JaneRider and let us know how you get on. 

    Best wishes,  
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator 

  • Thanks be great to hear from others