Ron,
Yes, SCC of the Tonsil is considered Oral Cancer.
Take some time to read thru the forum topics. Start with the first one and read. Then, Introduce Yourself in the second one and a lot of folks will answer you. You have come to the right place for both technical answers and moral support. We are all in this together.

Note the signature in my post. You can fill this in under "My Stuff" so we know what is going on with you. Of course, right now you are reeling with the news of your diagnosis and don't know where to turn. We understand and have been there but knowledge is power and this website will provide you with lots of information.

Good luck...now read, read, read.

Deb