David - good advice about the HPV test, I did not know that. I was planning to ask my oncologist about it on my next visit, I had assumed it was a simple blood test. I guess I'll call and see if they can start the discovery process sooner. Question - does the presence or absence of HPV have an affect on the chances of recurrence or the choices of treatment? Tina


Partial Glossectomy (Right) March 2007, Clear Margins, SCC T1N0M0