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Joined: Dec 2006 Posts: 21 | I was just wondering if it was possible to get cancer in the free flap section of my tongue. There is a white spot that has appeared. It has been there for a few days and is kind of sore if I run my finger over it. I think it is probably my paranoia setting in but thought I would ask.
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Tongue cancer diagnosed 12/01. Tumor removed. No chemo, no radiation. Early stage 3 SCC of the tongue recurrance 12/06, well differentiated. Hemiglossectomy, free flap, neck dissection 3/26/07. IMRT Tx finished 8-7-07(30 Tx's). No chemo.
Tongue cancer diagnosed 12/01. Tumor removed. No chemo, no radiation. Early stage 3 SCC of the tongue recurrance 12/06, well differentiated. Hemiglossectomy, free flap, neck dissection 3/26/07. IMRT Tx finished 8-7-07(30 Tx's). No chemo.
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I just answered you on the other post......
I always thought the answer was no. There was a very recent post from someone who asked their doctor. The answer was yes it is possible. It could be any number of things. If the sore has been there over 2 weeks it should always get looked at. For your piece of mind, call the doc and get it checked out.
ChristineSCC 6/15/07 L chk & by L molar both Stag I, age44 2x cispltn-35 IMRT end 9/27/07 -65 lbs in 2 mo, no caregvr Clear PET 1/08 4/4/08 recur L chk Stag I surg 4/16/08 clr marg 215 HBO dives 3/09 teeth out, trismus 7/2/09 recur, Stg IV 8/24/09 trach, ND, mandiblctmy 3wks medicly inducd coma 2 mo xtended hospital stay, ICU & burn unit PICC line IV antibx 8 mo 10/4/10, 2/14/11 reconst surg OC 3x in 3 years very happy to be alive  | | | | | Joined: Dec 2006 Posts: 21 Member | | OP Member
Joined: Dec 2006 Posts: 21 | Thanks Christine. Sorry about the double post. I didn't realize I was in the financial forum the first time around. I did see the post you referred to - after i asked my question of course.
My spot is eerily similar to the ones in 2001 and 2006. I don't think I will wait 2 weeks. I will call in the morning.
Tongue cancer diagnosed 12/01. Tumor removed. No chemo, no radiation. Early stage 3 SCC of the tongue recurrance 12/06, well differentiated. Hemiglossectomy, free flap, neck dissection 3/26/07. IMRT Tx finished 8-7-07(30 Tx's). No chemo.
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Joined: Jun 2007 Posts: 10,507 Likes: 7 | Since you have already done it twice, then I would do the same thing and call right away. Please return and keep posting. Hope everything turns out to be ok and its nothing serious.
As former cancer patients, we must stay on top of every little bump. Better safe than sorry.
ChristineSCC 6/15/07 L chk & by L molar both Stag I, age44 2x cispltn-35 IMRT end 9/27/07 -65 lbs in 2 mo, no caregvr Clear PET 1/08 4/4/08 recur L chk Stag I surg 4/16/08 clr marg 215 HBO dives 3/09 teeth out, trismus 7/2/09 recur, Stg IV 8/24/09 trach, ND, mandiblctmy 3wks medicly inducd coma 2 mo xtended hospital stay, ICU & burn unit PICC line IV antibx 8 mo 10/4/10, 2/14/11 reconst surg OC 3x in 3 years very happy to be alive | | | | | Joined: Aug 2007 Posts: 1,301 "OCF Down Under" Patient Advocate (1000+ posts) | | "OCF Down Under" Patient Advocate (1000+ posts)
Joined: Aug 2007 Posts: 1,301 | Here is the link to the recent posting. http://oralcancersupport.org/forums...;Main=10513&Number=118192#Post118192Sorry to say I forgot to ask when I had my visit on Monday with the Oral Surgeon but did a search on the OCF Main Page and found an article from 2005 which indicates a yes...it is possible.
History Leukoplakia bx 8/2006 SCC floor mouth T3N0M0- Verrucous Carcinoma.
14 hour 0p SCC-Right ND/excision/marginal mandibulectomy 9/2006, 4 teeth removed, flap from wrist, trach-ng 6 days- no chemo/rad.
6 ops and debulking (flap/tongue join) + bx's 2006-2012.
bx Jan 2012 Hyperkeratosis-Epithelial Dysplasia
24cm GIST tumour removed 8/2013. Indefinite Oral Chemo.
1/31/16 passed away peacefully surrounded by family
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Joined: Dec 2006 Posts: 21 | Gabe, thank you for the link. I opted out of calling about it this morning - told myself I was overreacting. Second guessing that decision, of course. I will tell my wife and she will definately make me call! I'm going to go look for that article now.
Tongue cancer diagnosed 12/01. Tumor removed. No chemo, no radiation. Early stage 3 SCC of the tongue recurrance 12/06, well differentiated. Hemiglossectomy, free flap, neck dissection 3/26/07. IMRT Tx finished 8-7-07(30 Tx's). No chemo.
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Joined: Aug 2007 Posts: 1,301 | If you cannot find it let me know..I should be able to track it down again.
History Leukoplakia bx 8/2006 SCC floor mouth T3N0M0- Verrucous Carcinoma.
14 hour 0p SCC-Right ND/excision/marginal mandibulectomy 9/2006, 4 teeth removed, flap from wrist, trach-ng 6 days- no chemo/rad.
6 ops and debulking (flap/tongue join) + bx's 2006-2012.
bx Jan 2012 Hyperkeratosis-Epithelial Dysplasia
24cm GIST tumour removed 8/2013. Indefinite Oral Chemo.
1/31/16 passed away peacefully surrounded by family
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