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I was dignosed with CA of the tongue in 1989 and had 65% removed. Recently I was diagonised with a recurrance and the tongue was removed and reconstructed. I'm in recovery but having a difficult time. Anyone with similuar please respond.
 
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Hi Robbie

Several members have had similar treatment to yours and there are several patient stories on the MCF website. How has it been? I am sure many members would be interested in your story of how you have managed and what you found helpful.

Best wishes
Vinod Coffee


Disclaimer: Please see your own dentist/doctor for a proper diagnosis as my words should not, in any circumstances, be taken as dental/medical advice.

"If you see what is small as it sees itself, and accept what is weak for what strength it has, and use what is dim for the light it gives, then all will go well. This is called Acting Naturally."
Lao-Tsu, Tao Teh King
 
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Hi, Robbie, My nam is Don and I had tongue surgery in 2000 in which they removed part of my tongue it healed I was doin well and then in March of 2005 they removed a tumor under my tongue and in April they tied one off in the Doc's. office and now a new one is back and I am faced with the choice of reconstructive surgery on the 2nd of August, 2005. Would love to know how you are doing and what all you have gone through until now and in your future. you can email my pesonal email if you wish at churchchefdon@yahoo.com
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Originally posted by Robbie:
I was dignosed with CA of the tongue in 1989 and had 65% removed. Recently I was diagonised with a recurrance and the tongue was removed and reconstructed. I'm in recovery but having a difficult time. Anyone with similuar please respond.
 
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