This is exactly what happened to me - twice. For me anyay, it appears the cancer is not found until they do a full larger sized biopsy under anesthetic. Both of my dx in 2004 and 2007 were not caught until that was done.

Keep pressing to get the CORRECT answer. Early detection is the key to curing this.
Good luck with upcoming biopsy. It will be difficult to wait for the results - try to keep busy and keep your mind on other things - live in the moment. Once the results are back you will not even remember the waiting period, but at that moment it is a huge challenge. Keep posting - we are here for you.

Donna

Donna,69, SCC L Tongue T2N1MO Stg IV 4/04 w/partial gloss;32 radtx; T2N2M0 Stg IV; R tongue-2nd partial gloss w/graft 10/07; 30 radtx/2 cispl 2/08. 3rd Oral Cancer surgery 1/22 - Stage 1. 2022 surgery eliminated swallowing and bottom left jaw. Now a “Tubie for Life”.no food envy - Thank God! Surviving isn't easy!!!! .Proudly Canadian - YES, UNIVERSAL HEALTH CARE IS WONDERFUL! (Not perfect but definitely WONDERFUL)