I'm new to this site and trying to figure out how to use it. This is an introduction rather than a reply.

I was diagnosed with upper palate and tongue cancer 5 years ago . I was treated with six weeks of radiation and had a neck dissection on October 13, 1998. I thought I was doing great and would celebrate a "cure" next October. A recent dental exam revealed a sore looking spot on the side of the tongue. My mouth is generally sore all the time due to the after affects of radiation thus I don't readily detect symptoms. I see the specialist this week. The last time I saw him was in November and I was ok then. Am once again scared and not knowing whether I should pursue more treatment, surgery and or chemo this time, or simply throw in the towel and let the disease run its course. I am 62 and have had a great life.