Hi Mereen. I have recently been diagnosed with squamous cell carcinoma in my tongue. On the 15th Oct. I had a 2nd biopsy under general anaesthetic, I’m still awaiting the results.

currently I’m off work and at home recovery from the operation, unfortunately I got an infection, so have been in quite a bit of pain with my tongue, throat and ear.

im struggling to eat, and some days swallow too. I’ve lost a stone in weight since my op which isn’t really surprising. I’m pretty much living off fortisips, yogurts and soup. 

Not gonna lie I’m scared for my results. 

Hi Mereen. I have recently been diagnosed with squamous cell carcinoma in my tongue. On the 15th Oct. I had a 2nd biopsy under general anaesthetic, I’m still awaiting the results.

currently I’m off work and at home recovery from the operation, unfortunately I got an infection, so have been in quite a bit of pain with my tongue, throat and ear.

im struggling to eat, and some days swallow too. I’ve lost a stone in weight since my op which isn’t really surprising. I’m pretty much living off fortisips, yogurts and soup. 

Not gonna lie I’m scared for my results. 

Hi   I was diagnosed with grade 4 squamous cell carcinoma in August 23. Also in my lymph node.  I received 30 sessessoins of radical radiotherapy. There were hard times and I was encouraged to take oral morphine whi h helped. I also had peg fitted  as I was unable to eat as food tasted disgusting. Things got better slowly and now I am really well. It is now one year since treatment stopped and I am cured. Still having regular check ups. There are still side effects from the radiotheraoy but life is great.  You will get through it. Take care.