This area while it can be treated surgically, could have long term consequences when vital portions of it are removed. It could impact swallow ability, speech, and much more. Anatomical details of where this is are likely pushing the doctors to this choice of treatment. You need to question them on the factors that are driving their choice and feel comfortable with the idea.

On another note history and the past are just that. They occurred, they are not changeable, and you need to focus on today. Don’t beat yourselves up over decisions in lifestyle or choices that you can’t change. It detracts from your mental well being, and you need to focus on today and what is possible.

Brian, stage 4 oral cancer survivor. OCF Founder and Director. The first responsibility of a leader is to define reality. The last is to say thank you. In between, the leader is a servant.