throat cancer

My husband was diagnosed with throat cancer last August. He had a neck dissection, radio and chemo therapy. This ended on Xmas Eve last year. He has recovered very well and gets the 'all clear' each time they put the camera down his throat. His voice was fine until about three months ago. Now he speaks in a croaky whisper, just as it used to be before the cancer was removed. The oncologist and consultants say this is quite normal.I have been so very worried that I asked for a second opinion. We saw a consultant from ENT and he also confirmed what the oncologist and consultant said. I can't help worrying there is something more sinister that that have not seen. Has anyone else had anything similar? I would appreciate a reply from anyone who may shed light on this subject.

Hi,

I'm new to this site & as yourself...looking for answers. My husband went through tonsil cancer (stage3) chemo & rad but not the neck dissection even though it was in the lymph nodes.  We were "all clear" as of August, 09 but he has continued with a sore throat, dryness & the whole voice changing dilemeia.  We were told...give it time...this is normal...changes in the lymph flow pattern. Now as continued concerns the ENT found a suspicious patch under a flap of skin in the tonsilliar region.(orginal site) Biospy scheduled for next week. 

I wish I had an answer for you but I would keep persuing the issue.  My understanding was that all the side effects from treeatment were to get better with time.  If you have concerns, I would continue until a professional can give you a reason for the voice change. 

Good Luck.