Michael......Follow your gut instincts; if what is going on with you doesn't seem right, then by all means get what ever it is checked out! You know your body better than anyone. Painful swelling, in my opinion, is something worth mentioning to your physician. Good luck and keep us posted! Sincerely, Donna
SCC first time 1989, with a diagnoses of 'cancer in situ' removed lesion, no other treatments.
SCC recurrence 1997 of tongue and floor of the mouth. Stage III /IV Hemmiglossectomy (removed over 60% of tongue/ floor of the mouth), free flap, modified neck, RAD and Chemo(cisplatin, 5fu) simutainously.
Cancer free 6, yes, six, years!
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