I'm now just over the two year mark after having surgery and radiotherapy for tongue cancer. Although I have noticed a vast improvement with eating, swallowing and even increased saliva, I can still easily get very tired and this gets me really down. My question is, does the fatigue ever go away or is it something you just have to learn to live with?

thanks
Wendy

Hi Wendy,

I don't know the answer to your question but can only say that I am 3 years out of surgery and radiotherapy but still suffering from fatigue, some days being worse than others.

However I have a friend who is only 3 months out of surgery and radiotherapy and she is saying that she is fine.

I have to say it also gets me down, and I dont think people understand just how I feel. I can see them looking at me and thinking well it was 3 years ago.

I just find that on the days I don't work I do whatever I want. If I feel like working then you won't see me for dust but if I get up and am still feeling tired then I tend to relax and do whatever I feel like doing.

I also suffer a lot from oral thrush which makes me feel really sick sometimes, but thats another story.

Take Care
Sue

Hi Wendy

Fatigue is a common problem for cancer patients. You can find past discussions related fatigue: here.

Best wishes
Vinod