At first I was Dx as occult primary and they did an exploratory biospy and found it at the base of tongue which is quite common. I also had 2 left nodes but Moffitt Cancer Institute said no surgery. Finding the primary results in a more targeted attack which lessens the damage from the IMRT. I was a non smoker, casual drinker and exercise nut my entire life. I had been riding my bike avg 100+ miles a week for years prior to Dx. I found my painless lumps in my neck shaving one day in May 2006 and the rest is UGLY history.

Please edit your signature to include your Dx and Tx, etc. so that each time you post the responder will be more informed.

I taught Accounting and Tax Law courses in college for 3 years before I joined the other side. Quite an experience. What is your field?

You will find this site extremely important as you make your way thru the Dark Tunnel as I called it. Feel free to ask or question anything. There is a tremendous amount of experience waiting to help you.