Hi Jenna, do not be scared, I had the same diagnosis 5 years ago at age 44....you will be fine, keep thinking positive thoughts and know that we are all here for you....I didn't find this board until almost two years after my surgery and radiation and it truly has been awesome! Keep posting, you can pm or email me for specifics.......Take Care, Carol p.s. I am sorry you have to go through this, but you will make it!

Diagnosed May 2002 with Stage IV tongue cancer, two lymph nodes positive. Surgery to remove 1/2 tongue, neck dissection, 35 radiation treatments. 11/2007, diagnosed with cancer of soft palate, surgery 12/14/07, jaw split. 3/24/10, cancer on tongue behind flap, need petscan, surgery scheduled 4/16/10
---update passed away 8-27-11---