I was diagnosed with HPV16 positive in the base of my tongue and a neck lymph node in February 2022. In my case, chemotherapy and radiation was recommended as my best treatment options. My final outcome was good as my PET scan in December showed no cancer. I won’t lie that the side effects during treatment were rough and I’m still presently dealing with a couple of minor residual effects, but I’m alive. That being said, I would get a few medical opinions for the the best options and predicated outcomes before you rule anything out. I pray that you find the right treatment and eliminate this cancer. God bless!!