Carlton, stay positive it is surprising how things change. I was diagnosed with tonsil cancer 2007 had 5 ops and 3 lots radiation in Malta. Returned home 2009 with massive lump on my neck. Was given 3 months to live but offered chemotherapy if i wished. I took it, within 1 week of first chemothepy the lump had shrunk. It returned at Christmas 2011 was massive resting on my carotid artery so no operation possible. Just had a 2nd different type of chemotherapy, got joint pains, falling asleep all time am completely bald (look like an ancient elf ha ha) but the lump is now pea size. I still have 4 chemotherapies to go. I know it will return but new chemotherapy arriving all time. Hoping you, like me, get offered a different type .I am thinking of you, rooting for you and sending you a big positive hug.XXXXX