I have a sister that worried herself and read herself into having multiple heart problems. She was searching for it because it runs in our family. Cancer runs through our family deeply. I have lost a brother and my dad to it. I knew it was a matter of time before another member of our family came down with it, we all watched for different signs. It ws no surprise for me to find mine. I thought at first it was thrush but it wouldn't go away. No sore throat was involved, no pain as a matter of fact. I did a search on the internet for oral disease and found the thing in my mouth. Denail made me wait three years before fessing up that I had it. Thank God it ws slow in growing. After the biopsy and 33 treatment (radiation) my reports are coming back good. Try to stop worring because until the Dr says one way or the other just try to figure its not there. Good luck, Brenda