Hi there, haven't been into the site for awhile. My husband Tim went for another checkup post rad. on the 11th of Nov where the dr. found an area at the base of his tongue (rt side) that she didn't like. We went for a PET scan which showed activity, could be anything from reoccurance of the ca, to radiation healing. Had a biopsy which set him back due to swelling and pain and he couldn't eat or swallow water for several days. Finally ended up in the ER for hydration and IV pain meds. The biopsy results came back yesterday - no malignancy or even dysplasia seen. Good news, but I guess I'm waiting for the other shoe to drop. Our oral surgeon had already approached Tim after conferring with his PCP about referral to a major center due to his healing problems or lack there of. We are currently trying to get him referred into Sloan Kettering in NYC, haven't heard yet whether they will take him. If not, does anyone have good alternative centers?? His surgeon has also talked to us about a modified radical neck and poss. hemiglossectomy mostly because he has observed this before as the calm before the storm. Before you know it, it shows up in the lymph system and the battle may be lost. Just kind of putting it out there for any thoughts, suggestions. Also, pain management people have suggested methadone for pain control which we had to send for since we need liquid in order to titrate dosage. From what we hear, this is suppose to be a great drug for pain control. Thanks again Rolanda