Hi Cal- I am a tongue cancer survivor. I too had a horrendously painful earache and sore throat at my time of diagnosis last january.. The tongue has alot of nerves that connect to the ear and the tumor is just reeking havoc with all that./ I'm so happy this was caught early for you. Stay strong and have a positive outlook and all of this will be eaier to deal with whatever happens.
I unfortunately had to have all my tongue removed due to where it was in my tongue and how it was spreading - but I'm eating really great now and speaking OK and improving everyday.
Happy Thanksgiving! Praying for your healthy speedy recovery.
You are gonna beat this thing
Miss Kate