Tongue/Mouth cancer referral

Hi everyone,

I am basically just on here asking for people to share their stories with me. My mum has been referred to a specialist as she has a lump on the side of her tongue. It looks like just a skin tag to be honest but the last few days, an ulcer has appeared and its causing her pain when she eats and talks. We sent pics to the doctor via online form (that's how we have to make an appointment with the dr now due to covid) and he said, 'hopefully it is just an infection however in the rare case it is early cancer I have made you an appointment to see the specialist'. We are just waiting for this to come through, it's going to be a horrible 2 weeks  

 

I automatically went into anxiety and meltdown mode, and as everyone does, I'm just thinking the worst. I'm also nearly 6 months pregnant with my first baby and I am trying not to stress but it's not working. I've always been anxious and worried about my parents health, as I just can't stand the thought of losing them. 
 

Im just looking for some positive stories or advice, so that I can focus on those instead of what's going through my head at the moment. 
 

thanks for listening :)
 

 

  • Hi Monsoon123,

    Welcome to Cancer Chat. I'm sorry to hear of your worries - I can imagine this uncertainty must be unsettling. The referral is good as it will mean you get some answers before too long. If the doctor didn't give your mum the referral it may have only caused longer uncertainty.

    While you wait to find out more, try to keep your mind off things by keeping busy and focusing on things you enjoy.

    Meanwhile if anyone here has similar experience to share then hopefully they'll be along soon.

    Wishing you all the best,

    Ben
    Cancer Chat Moderator