Sore tongue 12 months after radiotherapy for tonsil cancer

Still fighting an ulcer in the back middle of my tongue. Had this now for over 2 months. Anyone else had ulcers for this long?

Not this long and so far out of RT. Perhaps get your consultant to have another look at it? 

Hi 

if you’re worried, always get it checked, especially if it’s been there so long with your history. Let your specialist decide, dentist or GP if easier 

Elaine

Hi has others have said not this  length of time. I am prone to ulcers but rarely last longer than a few days usually around tip of tongue ,Gelclair or  bonjela sort them out in a few days. My consultant says always get in touch they would  sooner see you than wait.  Try your c n s to arrange an appointment.

Best wishes Hazel

Saw my consultant today, told me how my mouth lining had been damaged by the radiotherapy and have minor trauma and carry on with gelclair. I’m seeing him again in 5 weeks. 

Glad you’ve seen someone. Yes gelclair helps. We tend to forget the treatment s brutal and recovery can be long. Personally I gave burning tongue syndrome it comes and goes I gave learnt to live with ur snd know what my triggers are. Cheese tomatoes anything acidic. 
Hazel 

Thanks Hazel, obviously having an ulcer this long does cause concern and worry. Just got to have faith in my consultant!

Hi They’ve got you this far,it’s all we can do. It’s a vicious circle as far as our tongues and ulcers. Maybe try a bland diet for a few weeks and see how you get on as well. 
Think early days of recovery worth a try. 
Hazel x