Hi Kim,

Glad that you found this forum which is extended family for most of us. Regarding your question, only biopsy can confirm if the lump is cancerous or not. I would suggest you to visit a CCC or a good ENT in your city who get that biospy done quickly (Oct 17th is too far). Any patch on cheek or lump lasting more than 2 weeks must be examined. IF it is cancer, then timely treatment will help and improve the prognosis.

Take good care of yourself.

Father; 67 yrs; RIP: 2012/05/26

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TX:Nodal Mets; 3xDCF[2011/05/05]
TX: RND + PMMC Flap[2011/07/11]
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