I was referred by my dentist due to red patches near my back molars mid nov 25, After biopsy M,R,I, AND C.T. scan it was confirmed i had cancer of the jaw, ( ie poorly differentiated squamous cell carcinoma)  Although i was diagnosed in Suffolk MY surgery is suppose to be in Norfolk.

It was agreed with the multidisciplinary team that i need surgery ie partial maxillectomy , neck dissection, also bone  either from my leg or arm including tissue for jaw and upper hard palate, I saw the surgeon very early Jan 26 and he confirmed surgery is urgent, However despite telephoning lots of times all i got was answer machine,  I left massage no reply  to ascertain when my surgery was going to be.  After getting very frustrated I phoned the surgeon's secretary who kindly arranged for an appointment today. I asked why i haven't got a date especially as my cancer waiting time is now 82 days (with 62 being the objective) he asked me to wait outside whist he looked into this.   Upon re entering    he couldn't give me a clear reason and due to the length of time he suggested another M.R.I. scan to compare the two to make sure it hasn't spread further . Whilst I have no problem with this to compound the issue the surgeon is on holiday for two weeks .He suggested if there is not much different in the scans , he could do the surgery when he is back from holiday.  Whilst I don't really want to change surgeons , will i not risk possible escalation of the cancer.  I am so stressed out as my operation could be put back till end of February/early March  it feels I am dammed if I do and Dammed if I don't Has anyone encountered this problem with mouth cancer