Matt - don't worry about being a hypochondriac - your life is too important. Getting a second opinion is your right and any good doctor would not be offended if a patient wants to do this. If the next opinion confirms the first, then you will have peace of mind. If it has a slightly different slant on it or on the treatment suggested, then you will be better prepared for asking the right questions and making an informed decision. Take care and let us know what happens.

Anne-Marie
CG to son, Paul (age 33, non-smoker) SCC Stage 2, Surgery 9/21/06, 1/6 tongue Rt.side removed, +48 lymph nodes neck. IMRTx28 completed 12/19/06. CT scan 7/8/10 Cancer-free! ("spot" on lung from scar tissue related to Pneumonia.)