I sympathize with what your going through. I highly recommend rethinking about cutting the cancer out of the mouth. I had a hemiglossectomy and know how hard the decision is. I truly believe the surgeries I had saved my life. Best of luck to you.

Kurt
25 yr old. Dx 11 July 07 originated in tongue Stage IV. 3 surgeries had clear margins Had a hemiglossectomy 13 Aug and radical neck disection - Left side. chemo/rad Started 24 Sep 07 Finished 7 November 07-Never Smoked Drank on special Occasions