I'm new to the forum. I found it a few weeks ago, but haven't posted anything yet. I'm 23 years old and found out I had oral cancer on the left bottom portion of my tongue. I had the cancer removed March 31st. Had a skin graft to reconstruct my tongue. Thank God my cancer was discovered early. I feel so fortunate, especially after reading what many of you have been through. Not sure yet if I will need radiation or chemo. I will find that out on May 11th. I have been having a very difficult time coping with all of this. My anxiety is through the roof. I am scared that this is just the beginning of a very difficult journey. I could use some words of encouragment!


Cancer found on left bottom portion of my tongue on March 9th. Non-smoker and light drinker. Tumor removed March 30th. Stage 1. No chemo. No radiation.