Hi there for the past few weeks I've had a swelling under my tongue, when I stick my tongue out you can see the tongue bulging over my back teeth. Seen a dentist who said give it 2 weeks, but the doctor seen it today and put in for an urgent referral which has obviously got my head in a spin. I'm an ex smoker, quit 3 years ago. The swelling is painless and the lymph nodes under chin are noticeable. I've looked up a lot on oral problems and I'm just wondering if anyone else experienced this. I've not seen anything similar to my tongue on the internet. I've got 2 tiny babies and 2 older boys and I'm worried sick xx
Hi Gemzgg and welcome to the Online Community but I am sorry to hear about your ongoing concerns.
This journey can be such a stressful and challenging time but reaching out to the community will give you the opportunity to ask questions and getting support from others who are navigating the ‘exact’ same journey.
The Community is actually divided into dedicated Support Groups (Discussion Rooms) but I do see that you have joined and put up a post in our supportive Head and neck cancer support group. This is a safe place to talk to others with a similar diagnosis, treatment experience, to ask questions and get support.
Our Support Line teams are available 7 days a week, 8am-8pm on freephone 0808 808 00 00, email or live webchat where you will find one of team there to help you out. We also have our Ask an Expert section but do allow a few working days for a reply.
Talking to people face to face can be very helpful so do check to see if you have any Local Macmillan Support in your area, do also check for a local Maggie's Centre as these folks are amazing.
Do get back to me if you need further help.
