A member asked:

I have hpv negative tonsil cancer in my left tonsil. regarding cervical/neck lymph node metastasis, is ipsilaterally more likely? or equally like as contralaterally? what are the odds for each?

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

ipsi depending on how long it has been going on. If you smoke or chew or dip snuff stop.

Answered 9/24/2022

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Statistically ipsilateral mets are much more common. In cancer no definite odds can be given as each cancer and person is unique. Wish you good luck.

Answered 9/25/2022

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