I also had a large part of my togue removed replaced with a skinflap from my left arm. I had a 6 week course of radiation. After the second week I was back in hospital due to weight loss. Swallowing was very difficult for me due to sore throat. I made sure that there was always plenty of cream on my neck, and they would wrap you in glad wrap to keep it there. I always had food that was well cooked, usually steamed. It all tastes the same for a long while. Putting lots of Gravey on meals helps. The gluggy saliva will eventually pass.I had to avoid spicey foods as they would also burn my throat. Care must also be taken with the temperature as well, not too hot. It is 11 years now since my surgery. ... View more