I had squamous cell base of the tongue cancer in 1996 and had extensive radiation treatments. I have an extremely dry mouth, have had osteo radio necrosis of the left jaw bone 2 years ago and it was a struggle to get rid of the infection. I was extremely ill had to be hospitalized and almost lost my jaw bone. Hyperbaric oxygen treatments for six weeks helped a lot. I seem to struggle with side effects constantly. Just recently I have developed numbness in my lips and tongue. It is difficult to talk and swallow. The dr. thinks some nerves are compressed in the spine- supposedly damage from radiation. He has ordered an MRI. I was wondering if anyone has had an experience with this. I can hardly eat now and it is very uncomfortable.
Nora K