Amy
In my case the carcinoma in situ was visible, the first time an ulcerated area that would not heal, and the second time as red inflamed area that never went away. My advice would be to get to know the inside of your own mouth so that between checks you can be aware of any visible changes..
Sunshine.. love and hugs
Helen


SCC Base of tongue, (TISN0M0) laser surgery, 10/01 and 05/03 no clear margins. Radial free flap graft to tonsil pillar, partial glossectomy, left neck dissection 08/04