Hi. My husband was diagnosed 2 days ago with probable HPV oropharyngeal cancer. Probable, ie the doctor is fairly sure it is cancer but needs the PET scan results to be sure and to see if it is metastised. He has a PET scan scheduled this week.

From what the first doctor said when he found it (I've never seen anything like that) to what the second doctor - that he sent us to the next day - said (It's big. I need a PET scan this week, and let's start setting up for biopsy/surgery asap) I am pretty sure it's going to be an advanced stage.

I am a nurse, but not an oncology nurse so I have a lot to learn. I am looking for support and information. Nice to meet you all.