I have chewed Copenhagen for 15 years and tend to drink a lot of beer on a regular basis. Yes, I know I shouldn't but I do. I am 45 now. About 6 weeks ago, I noticed a strange feeling in my mouth/throat that has not gone away.It is at the base of my tongue on the right side where it is kind of connected to the cheek-throat. I cannot see it. I went to an Urgent Care on Saturday to have it checked out. I told the MD I was worried it may be cancer. She asked me right away if I "chew tobacco". I lied and said I quit about a year ago as I have had 3 dips a day now and spit it out after 2 minutes without fail.She used a tongue compressor the best she could and said it looked "irritated". She said she didnt think it was cancer and that I should get cancer in my gums and lips before my throat area. I dont trust that analogy so I am seeing a ENT next Monday. I have alot of anxiety and am telling myself that it most likely is "cancer" because in my eyes, it cant get any worse than that. I am expecting the worst so I wont be shocked. I hate addictions. Do you ?