Hi,
been a while since I was here. I had SCC of the tongue treated with partial glossectomy and removal of lymph nodes a year ago. I've had regular check ups and no problems. My mouth/tounge and neck all felt fairly normal and healed really well. About a week ago though my tongue (on surgery side) started feeling tender and numb again( the way it did in the weeks after surgery) and now today I've discovered a tiny reddish raised blisters under my tongue. Should I be worried? i have another appointment at the end of November, maybe i should try and see someone before that though? Any thoughts or suggestions?

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Definitely get in before the end of nov. It's great you've done so well and it's probably not cancer - but - it will ease your mind to know the truth and not have to wait too long. Good luck

Watch the sore and see if it goes away within 2 or 3 weeks. If not then try to move your appointment up. Hopefully it will resolve itself.

How quickly can you get an appointment? If they can get you in within a week after you call, then perhaps you can wait a week. But if it might be longer, I would call right away. You can always cancel appointments if the situation resolves itself, I would assume. If you don't know how long it will take to get in, call, make an appointment for a week to week and a half from now. At least that is what I would do. I assume we are talking about an appointment with a specialist.
Best to you,
Anne

Hi, Monica.
My surgical oncologist always tells me to call the office right away if I notice any changes or if I simply have any questions. He says it's better to have things checked out rather than for you to drive yourself crazy with worry. Hopefully, it's nothing more than some irriation, but it's better to get in there sooner rather than later. Best of luck to you and please keep us posted.
With care,
Kerri

Probably nothing (I still get these pesky rashes and what not, too), but that peace of mind thing goes a long way. You'll be fine but better to go now and save a month worth of worrying!
Steve

Hi Monica, I would agree with Christine. Watch it for atleast another week, it may just go away.