In the last week I have begun to have problems with my vision. Specifically - I am seeing lights dim and then get very bright - kind of like a power surge makes the lights in your home dim and then brighten up. These "flashes" are getting more frequent - they started out just 2-3 times per day - now they happen every hour or so. Also I'm having sharp and severe ear pain (only in the ear on the surgery side). Should I be concerned, or are these fairly common symptoms?

I have a CCC appointment in Baltimore on Tuesday 11/15/05 - should I call my regular doctor? I don't want to panic, but I don't want to be passive if this is something serious.

Thanks in advance for your ongoing support.

Jenn

Biopsy results received: 9/28/05 Partial Glossectomy right side 10/5/05 - 2 good margins - severe dysplasia on the 3rd margin...