What are some of the signs of oral cancer

Signs and symptoms that could indicate oral cancer include: Any sign of irritation, like tenderness, burning or a sore that will not heal Pain, tenderness or numbness anywhere in the mouth or lips Development of a lump, a leathery, wrinkled…

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Oral cancer most often occurs in people over 40 years of age. See a dentist immediately if you notice any red or white patches on your gums or tongue, and watch for sores that fail to heal within two weeks. Unfortunately, oral cancer is oft…

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Swellings/thickenings, lumps, bumps, rough spots or eroded areas on the lips, gums, or other areas inside the mouth. The development of velvety white, red, or speckled (white and red) patches in the mouth. Unexplained mouth bleeding. Unexpl…

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what are some early signs of oral cancer?

Q: my husband has found a lump in his mouth and is worriedanything to put him at easeits on his gum

A: the last thing a doctor will think about is cancer!there are many things that should be ruled out before suspecting cancer.It would be better if you had specified the location of the lump.it could be just an inflamed lymph node it could be salivary stone etc even tumors could be benign.I really suggest that he see a doctor soon.cz even if it was something bad (touch wood) it’s still can curable at early stages.

what are some signs of oral/mouth cancer?

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A: One sign of cancer is a sore that does not heal. Do good mouth care through out the day with a good antiseptic mouthwash, and brushing your teeth after every meal. And Gargle with salt water, 1/2 teaspoon salt to 1 Cup of water. Make sure you are eating a good healthy diet, and should take a natural multi vitamin. If the sore is not gone in two to three days, go see a doctor.Check out this great healthy living web site with a lot of good information.http://www.recipes-for-a-healthy-home.com/index.html

What are very early signs of oral cancer?

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A: The only symptom my bil had was a spot on his gum that was sore and raw looking. His dentist wanted to pull his tooth, saying he was biting his gum because his tooth had a jagged edge. He didn’t get his tooth pulled. One day, it started hemorrhaging and he went to a dr, who told him, even without a biopsy yet he could tell it was cancer. By then it was too late. His cancer had spread down his throat, into his tongue, in his lymph nodes and finally to his brain. The dentist should’ve been the one to find it. He was sued and my bil won lots of money, but died 2 years after his diagnosis. I could go into the horrible graphics if you want more info.