Well IMO you do need some definitive answers. You just can't let things continue the way they are as you are well aware. Getting second opinions is usually a good idea so if that will make you comfortable then get another appt.

Re your hoarseness, if your throat has been swollen or irritated that certainly could be a reason. Why it's that way is for the meds to solve.

Re the oral cancer, we do tell everyone coming here that a biopsy is the only way to confirm this cancer but there are many different diagnostic methods to provide clues.

Good luck.

David

Age 58 at Dx, HPV16+ SCC, Stage IV BOT+2 nodes, non smoker, casual drinker, exercise nut, Cisplatin x 3 & concurrent IMRT x 35,(70 Gy), no surgery, no Peg, Tx at Moffitt over Aug 06. Jun 07, back to riding my bike 100 miles a wk. Now doing 12 Spin classes and 60 outdoor miles per wk. Nov 13 completed Hilly Century ride for Cancer, 104 miles, 1st Place in my age group. Apr 2014 & 15, Spun for 9 straight hrs to raise $$ for YMCA's Livestrong Program. Certified Spin Instructor Jun 2014.