Ken, adding my welcome and sorry you're here.... but it's a wonderful place with the best people in the world. Please keep us informed as you learn more. The HPV plus or minus status (and I'd agree with Cheryl that it sounds likely) will be an important piece of information, for the reasons she cited.

Getting the best medical advice possible and keeping a positive attitude are the best things you can do at this point. And we're all here to back you up.

Courage!