Thank you for sharing. I worry about a recurrence every day of my life, so any things to look for are certainly a help. i understand the waiting part, i feel like i have a new sore just about every week so i never know which ones to consult the doctor about - i don't want to be crying wolf constantly. its scary how fast it grew - waiting a month or two doesn't seem delusional, considering how often these things turn out to be nothing.

since it has been so long since your first cancer, hopefully the combined side effects won't be too bad and it will be easier for you, compared to someone that had a recurrence in a shorter period of time.

i pray that everything goes well and you can kick this cancer's butt a second time! and if i can make it with 40% left of my tongue, you can too! if you do have to have the surgery though, just know that progress is continuous for years to come. i used to get down on myself at my speech and eating, but even if i compare my speech now to how it was just 1 year ago (9 months after surgery), there is a huge improvement. several months after surgery i remember thinking i would never be able to eat a sandwich again, but now i have no problem!

Anyway, please hang in there and keep us informed. you are in all of our prayers