Hi Misty:

It is really good to hear back from you with an update. I was wondering what happened to you?

I am wondering if the same MD who initially saw you is doing the repeat biopsy? Having a sample the MD feels confident about is the first step in the diagnostic process and it feels a bit funky to me that the MD felt his first sample may not have been adequate.

I recall your red tape about seeking care but is there a way you can assure that both the repeat sample is adequate and check with a pathologist personally to be sure he/she agrees? A pathologist always has to sign off on a sample that is analyzed so you should be able to speak directly to that person. Good news that the CT scan is negative.

Keep us posted,

Kim


kcdc
Wife of Dave,diagnosed with Stage III Tonsillar SCC,August '02
Modified radical neck dissection followed by radiation therapy
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