Yes I did have a biopsy on the opposite side of were the tumor was. It was clear. I swear it was like dealing with Laural and Hardy at that ENT's office. He told me for months he didn't think it was cancer but that I had something "weird". No kidding. I finally got tired of his B.S. and said just take it out, he was actually shocked when it said cancer. He then referred me to a wonderful doctor at UCSF named Dr. Eisele. Great doctor no B.S. with him. I have magic mouthwash but it's been making me kind of nauseous. It does hurt like hell and food tastes like crap and that really ticks me off!!LOL Just some days are better than others, today's been one of my off days. Take care and Merry Christmas! Shelly