Hi Sharlee,
Yep, BOT is the base of the tongue. If you have an appointment at Dana Faber, it won't hurt you to keep it. It will either confirm that this is a good recommendation or you'll get another one. There's lots of track records and clinical protocols at the stage you are at that support the recommendation you've gotten, but peace of mind is personal. I would go to Dana Faber for your second opinion.

There are so many things that all of us agonize over and second guess - and that's why you getting a chance to ask your questions to your satisfaction is a good idea. Make a list of everything you want to know about this and use it at the consult.

Remember when you are making decisions that you can only do the best you can with whatever information you have at that moment. If something changes in the future you will adapt to it. Whatever you decide will be the right thing for you.

Regards JoAnne