 Patient Advocate (old timer, 2000 posts)
Joined: Apr 2005 Posts: 2,219 | Well, everything you say makes it more and more important that your BF get things checked out ASAP.
If the bump on the tongue is on the side (lateral border) as opposed to the top (dorsal surface) then it probably is not a papilla.
Again, the sore on the floor of the mouth, being there since October, also needs to be checked.
It is mind blowing that you guys cannot find the right Doctor to get a thorough exam.
Your persistance will pay off and don't give up until he is checked. I wish I knew how the medical system worked in Canada. We have many members there and I hope that someone can give you some advice in this area.
Jerry
Jerry
Retired Dentist, 59 years old at diagnosis. SCC of the left lateral border of the tongue (Stage I). Partial glossectomy and 30 nodes removed, 4/6/05. Nodes all clear. No chemo no radiation 18 year survivor.
"Whatever doesn't kill me, makes me stronger"
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