Tongue Cancer

Hello,

Hoping someone can offer me some information and advice. My mother in law has been told that she has tongue cancer. From what I understand she had her biopsy today and was told the lump on her tongue was cancerous. Can the doctor tell straight away that it is cancer because I thought the lump had to be sent away to a lab? Also what happens once the diagnosis has been confirmed? I assume it will be staging next with scans and further tests? Would be grateful for any information.

many thanks,

Sue

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  • Welcome to the Cancer Chat community Sue although I'm sorry to hear your mother in law has been diagnosed with tongue cancer.

    I hope this information we have about tongue cancer will help but if you'd like to have a chat with one of our cancer nurses about the diagnosis process, do give them a call. They're available on 0808 800 4040, Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m.

    Hopefully some of our members who have contended with tongue cancer will share their experiences and advice with you soon.

    Best wishes to you both,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

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  • Welcome to the Cancer Chat community Sue although I'm sorry to hear your mother in law has been diagnosed with tongue cancer.

    I hope this information we have about tongue cancer will help but if you'd like to have a chat with one of our cancer nurses about the diagnosis process, do give them a call. They're available on 0808 800 4040, Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m.

    Hopefully some of our members who have contended with tongue cancer will share their experiences and advice with you soon.

    Best wishes to you both,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

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