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PEP scan or biopsy

2024-07-15 04:46:09
As per oncologist surgeon on physical examination, he says it's tongue cancer. A non healing ulcer for the past two months in the side of tongue with constant biting issues.Should we wait for biopsy results before going to PEP scan in case of tongue cancer?
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1st is Biopsy then other test

Answered2024-07-16 18:26:42

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Please do biopsy. Pet scan needed after it is confirmed that it is no malignancy

Answered2024-07-15 04:52:45

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