Swallowing

hi .ime a laryngectomy and when I went through my therapy I lost 6 kilos because it hurt when I swallowed food and drink.a few weeks after my operation . yes it did hurt to swollow b4 my treatment and i still bring food up aven after my opp. dont worry it wont hurt for ever it will soon pass. all the best to you.

Hi Sarah 

It depends on what is causing it and you don't have a diagnosis yet so it's difficult to advise. Maybe  just stick to soft foods and make them lukewarm? Take your time eating  and drinking and try not to get into a panic. I know it's easier said than done. Do you have your referral appointment yet?

Hi Dani yes I saw ENT last Thursday he wants a  biopsy of tongue and adenoid under general aneasthetic which is taking place on the 5th August and wants a head MRI to check lymph nodes in throat and by my ear. Haven't heard when that is yet. 

Of course. You mentioned that before. Head like a sieve. Won’t be long then you’ll know. Hugs 

I have massive issues swallowing and eating. Painful and scarey. The tumour is in the back all of my throat. Soft foods  very limited choice. The consultant has told me I will be fitted with a RIG before trearment starts on the 15th Aug otherwise I won't manage.  Teeth out this week to accommodate RT.  A further CT scan because they've spotted something on a adrenal gland!  

If your tumour is causing pain and swallowing issues as soon as you start treatment you should see an improvement, even in the first week. Hugs 

Good luck I will be thinking of you 

Thankyou danni

Thankyou