My family doctor pulled a favor and I got an earlier appointment with Dr. Harold Pelzer at Northwestern's CCC on Sept 7th. He did a through physical exam, a detailed review of my pathology report and answered every question I asked - Finally a doctor who isn't in a hurry!!

Here's the summary:
1. Moderate Dysplasia with or without a clear margin on the excisional biopsy is not to be ignored.
2. There are no clinical trials or prevention that he would recommend (previous Acutane and Celebrex studies are no longer considered valid). Aphthous Ulcers are viral and are not linked to this diagnosis.
3. He has sugessted the following suvellience plan with CCC appointments at the following intervals:
3 a) Every 2 months for the first 6 months.
3 b) Every 3 months for the rest of the 1st year.
3 c) Every 4 months for the 2nd year.
3 d) Every 6 months for the 3rd year.
(During this part of the appointment it almost seemed like Brian Hill was being quoted: "Keep an eye on things even after the removal from now until forever."!!:-))

The biopsy site has healed and I am feeling good! Thanks for all your info and support.


TinaD