While there are growths that are benign that can occur anywhere in the oropharynx, (these would be mostly non malignant papillomas) this area is particularly rich ground for squamous cell carcinoma to develop with an HPV16 etiology. If this biopsy at the next stage is still uncertain, have it repeated by a different doctor and lab. You need to know for certain as early as possible.

Brian, stage 4 oral cancer survivor. OCF Founder and Director. The first responsibility of a leader is to define reality. The last is to say thank you. In between, the leader is a servant.