I must say that you are a very lucky person, having waited over a year before seeking treatment for your cancer. Although I did not have radiation, from what I have read, it would be very foolish of you to discontue treatment when you have only 4 more to go.

I feel that I must comment about your reaction to the original oral surgeon's method of telling you the results of your biopsy. I agree that it is always better to tell someone in person when the news is bad, but his motivation possibly was to get the word to you ASAP so that you would be able to start your treatment without delay. His approach however, in no way, was an indication of his ability to treat you.

I wish you luck and hope that you do decide to continue with the treatment plan.

Jerry

Jerry

Retired Dentist, 59 years old at diagnosis. SCC of the left lateral border of the tongue (Stage I). Partial glossectomy and 30 nodes removed, 4/6/05. Nodes all clear. No chemo no radiation 18 year survivor.

"Whatever doesn't kill me, makes me stronger"