Tongue Biopsy. Waiting on results

Hello All,

         It was last wednesday that I went to the oral surgeon to have a biopsy done on my tongue where I have some white patches/spots on the top and forward section of my tongue.  I am only 30 years old, but having drank and smoked quite a bit for the past 10 years, I am quite concerned to say the least given the increased chances that smokers and drinkers have of getting oral cancer.  

         The white patches appear to be the only symptom I have.  There is nothing else and no pain at all. I have a follow up appointment on the 2nd of August to go over my biopsy results.  Quite a long time to wait really to find out whether or not you have cancer.  I was wondering about people's experiences whether they were diagnosed with cancer or not.   Do people who get diagnosed with cancer receive their results early?  Just kind of wondering in the back of my head that if I don't hear anything before my appointment that it is likely to be a sign of good news.  

    Also if you have/had any bad habits like I do, did you give them up before you got your biopsy resuits?  I've already ditched the cigarrettes even before my biopsy.  Giving up the drink has been even harder but I stopped drinking so much after my biopsy.  Its really hard giving these things up especially with a rather stressful job.  Not really sure what to do tomorrow as I have a tradition with people from my workplace to go have a pint or two at lunchtime on Fridays.  Naturally with the uncertainty regarding my health, I am inclined to not go or just have a coke.  I will probably get lots of awkward questions as of to why I'm not drinking.  Not sure whether to lie or just tell them what's going on.  At the moment, since I don't know anything, I don't want others to worry about me.  Did you wait to tell anyone you know about even having the biopsy until you knew what the results were?

 

Many Thanks

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    Hi Clara,

    I'm sorry to hear about your uveitis. This must be difficult for you to cope with.

    You are so right about taking our eyes for granted until something happens. After my 4th eye op, I gradually lost the sight in one eye and then began losing it in the other and had to stop driving.  A laser operation last year eventually restored my eyesight and I feel so humble to have got it back, but I still feel nervous of having anyone working in that area.

    This site is a great help. Like you, I hadn't come across the site when my parents were terminal. It wasn't until I was diagnosed with cancer myself that I discovered it and, it has been a real boon to me.

    Kind regards,

    Jolamine xx

     

  • Hi Dee,

    Just a wee update.

    I got an email from breast clinic. They have cancelled tomorrows appointment.

    No further info in email, so I will just have to wait and see if local clinic sends appt out for me. But I will chase it up if I dont hear anything in near future.

    My daughter says I should keep fingers crossed that I dont get the German breast consultant, apparently he is every woman`s worst nightmare as a dr.

    Take care my friend speak soon xx

  • Clara I think I got my days mixed up - I had in my head that your surgery was scheduled for tomorrow but it's today isn't it - you won't be able to read this today but please know that we're all thinking of you, I know you've been dreading this day, bless you.

    Already feeling emotional, watched the Peter Capaldi /Lewis Capaldi music video ( Someone You Loved) this afternoon while making dinner - have seen it before but was unsure what it was about so Googled it  - it's about a man whose wife dies and her heart goes to a young Mum. He goes to visit the family and the young woman places his hand on her chest so that he can feel his wife's heart beat one more time. Bawled my eyes out. Then realised I'd got the days mixed up and felt even worse, I should have sent a message of support this morning, so sorry. I hope the surgeon is the best in his field and I hope you aren't in too much pain. It's really difficult to find the right words but hope you get some comfort from knowing that all on here are sending their love and best wishes xxxx

  • Hi Clara 

    let us know when you are around and able to .like Bengal kitty says we are all routing for yiu. 

    Update  on me biked 18 km today ok it’s nit the Tour de France but bany steps

    vingrrs n goes x

     

    h x 

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    Hi Clara,

    This must be a great disappointment for you. Have you received another appointment yet?

    I hope that it won't take too long before you get it.


    Kind regards,

    Jolamine xx

  • Hi Clara

    just a quick message Bengal Kitty and I are hoping you are ok and look forward to hearing how you have got on since your hospital visit.

    hope all ok

     

    hazel xx 

  • Hi Hazel.

    I am Very touched with the kind thoughts and wishes of all you kind people. xxx

    I know its early days,but I didnt think it was going to be as bad as its been. I shouldve jumped in your boot when I had the chance lol.

    Well you keep on biking hon and enjoy your well deserved break xxx

  • Dear Clara it is fantastic to hear from you....wish we could all do more to help you through this horrific time, Kitty has been worring so much about you.... Wish we could all gather round you get you through this horrific time...but please remember we are all sending you love, strength, stay strong Clara i know it is so hard.... i havent been through the heartache  you have had to endure,.. but my love,and heart is with you every day....xo speak soon xo your friend Dee.

  • She's home! Woohoo! So relieved,  you've  been through the worst bit now, Clara, just concentrate on getting through the pain and getting yourself well. Chicken soup for the next 3 weeks...... Where is the chicken emoji.....

    Xxxxxxxxxx

     

  • Hi Clara

    keep strong younwill get ther .plus yiubcan jump in boot next time !

    biking doing ok taking it slowly nit over doing it baby steps all the way .

     

    when does treatmentbstart please let us know so we can help if we can

     

    h x