Ok...I finished radiation on 12/17, and on Jan. 19 I noticed I had a tender spot under left neck. As mouth began to "thaw" from radiation I found a sore behind left molar - seems jaw/gum shows cancer as well as lymph node involvement.

I go for more tests on Wed/2/16 PET full body scan and CT scan preparing for surgery...will get Fibular flap from leg to jaw possibly on 2/18.

Does anyone have any great ideas, stories, information to share to ease my mind...or things to watch out for? Any and all help would be appreciated.

Thanks,

Michele in IL

Female - 53 no smoke/drink
tongue Biopsy 8/2010
Surgery 9/21 for SCC left side tongue stage II. Prtl removal tongue/left side lymph nodes. All Clear
Radiation started 11/2, ended 12/17
Lymph node involved left side along with gum involvement 2/9 Fibular flap failed 2/22.
passed away 1/12/12