I forgot to add that the PET scan showed potential lymph node involvement in only 2 nodes but all clear in lungs and other vitals. Node involment will be confirmed during surgery. MRI showed a mass on tongue...well duh!
sorry...I am kind of ranting. I'll get over it soon smile

Age 44. Diagnosed at 34 (2006) with T1N0 SCC tongue on right side. Neck dissed & 6 weeks Radiation. 30% tongue removed. Never smoked;
2nd recurrence 1/2013 on left side. Surgery to remove 2/2013 forearm flap/neck dissec T1N0; brachytherapy 4/2013;
3rd recurrence 11/2015 mandibulectomy for jaw bone cancer Stage IV/no lymph node involvement