Don't let your mind start wandering to the thoughts of a complete glossectomy as most base of tongue cancers can be treated with radiation successfully, allowing you to keep your entire tongue. Do not rely on a singular doctor to determine your treatment plan. A doctor in private practice may believe that his particular training is the best route, and they may not interface with oncologists from other disciplines. (ENT

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.