Kind of Scared

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I do not yet have a cancer diagnosis. My medical insurance kicks in tomorrow and

I will be going to see a doctor or dentist immediately.

I was a cigar/pipe/cigarello smoker for 16 years. Last April, I noticed a

discoloration inside my lower lip. I stopped smoking nearly immediately, and

started to panic.

In early May, I saw an ENT Doctor. She had a biopsy done, which came back

negative.

But swelling and discoloration have continued steadily since then.

I am not sure what to do or think. Nightmares and depression have been a pretty

constant, and I feel alone. My wife of course doesn't want to even think about

the notion that I might have mouth cancer, but I have to face it, and face a

life expectancy that may be months to single-digit years.

If someone out there can please help me with some motivation, support, or basic

advice, it would be helpful.

Of course, all this might be a moot point, but I have a feeling it's not.

Thanks for the time.

Todd