Hi,
in response to the question of why an oral surgeon Vs an ENT dr. In my lay opinion, referrals to either specialists are common (my gp gave me a choice and asked if I had one I had been to), I don't think it means much, other than to get you to a specialist soon. It may have more to do with whom your doctor knows or has worked with, etc.

However, feel free to ask that question and lots of others - write your questions down. As others have said, it isn't cancer until they say it is. Yet, we also have been there before and know the unrestful feeling as you wait.

It is important to follow up on this, however, take it one step, one doctor's visit at a time. It seems much easier to deal with emotionally when you take it step by step. You can handle it.

I started keeping a notebook that I brought to each dr visit. It helped me to write down what the doc said. Also you can ask for a copy of the biosposy/test results. I didn't always do this but it helps if you see different doctors or can't remember some of the medical terms, etc.

We are here if you need us,
michelle