Hi -- I had a tongue biopsy on Monday. They told me that it will be a 7-10 day wait for biopsy results. Meanwhile I have been reading about oral cancer on the web and I'm am growing increasingly terrified. I am so frightened and anxious.

This past fall I was diagnosed with breast cancer (in situ) and I just finished up treatment in February. I can't believe I'm going through this again.

Words of encouragement would be helpful and appreciated!

Welcome to OCF! Waiting is the worst!!! Im very glad you have found our site to get info and support.

I completely understand where you are coming from, Ive been there myself far too many times. Thats how I learned how to best deal with the waiting, At least what works for me. Avoid Dr Google to help you to avoid the "what if" worrying. There are far too many unregulated and unmonitored websites with bogus info out there. At this point you have not yet been diagnosed. Try your best to not get too far ahead of yourself in this. For all you know, the biopsy could come back benign. Staying busy with tasks that hold your attention will help you pass the time. Read a book, start a hobby, clean out closets, watch a movie that has an intriguing plot are all things to help you to avoid worrying about the worst possible scenario.

Hang in there!!! Please let us know how you make out. Best wishes!!!