Update after the visit with the ENT doctor.
I still can't believe it but I did not have a biopsy today.
The doctor convinced me he does not believe I have cancer at least of the head/neck.
He said he could find no masses that were suspicious looking and my lymph nodes were normal. He ran the tube down my nose to look at my esophagis and he said although it was blood red he didn't see a mass or unusual swellling. He said I will do a biopsy but you tell me where since you don't have a mass. I don't think you need one and I'm pretty positive it would come back normal but if that will help you sleep tonight I will do it.
He said he thinks I have acid reflux which is kinda of a joke since I have only eaten soup and oatmeal in very small portions for two weeks. He could not explain my ear pain, numbness in mouth,no taste or reason for lump on tongue.
He said the lump was soft tissue normal color so not concerned about it, but it has changed the shape of my tongue and been there over a year.
I said I would wait two weeks and then seek a second opinion or call him back for a biopsy. I did ask if I had cancer in another areas what would be the chances of this being a metasis and he said that could happen but very rare.
So for now I will monitor my symptoms and wait and see. BTW I have taken photos three different times just in case I need them down the road.
I'm not sure if I'm being overly paranoid. I felt the doctor was honest, caring and kind.
Thanks for everyone that posted as it really helped me a lot. I was in a total panic. I'm still worried but feel better.
Did anyone here have cancer and no visible hard mass?
The story does get a little more involved which I may go into on another post after I gather my facts .
I'm very grateful that this place is here for support and information. The courage of the people and what they have had to face leaves me in awe.
Brenda
