Hi Lisa
It appears your husband is confused about the definition of carcinoma which is a common misunderstanding. "Carcinoma" is another word for cancer but means that it is likely early stage -not pre-cancerous as some people think.

It is also possible that you heard one thing and your husband heard something completely different so at the very least you need to go back to the doctor for clarification. Immediately. Treatment for oral cancer that has not spread is a whole lot easier and more successful than one that has.