All you need to know about symptoms of oral cancer

Oral cancer is very common and prevalent in India due to the usage of the tobbacco and smoking. Learn in detail about oral cancer symptoms. Having awareness about oral cancer can help eliminate the problem.

Oral cancer can appear anywhere in the mouth. This includes the inside of cheeks and the gums. Oropharyngeal cancer affects the back of the mouth and lining of the throat. Incidence of the cancer

According to the American Cancer Society (ACS), around 53000 Americans will receive a diagnosis of oral and oropharyngeal cancer in 2020. The average age of diagnosis is 62 years. However, 25% of cases happen before the age of 55 as per the research conducted by the ACS. The disease is more prone in males than females as per the habits. 

Symptoms of the cancer

In early stages, there are often no signs or symptoms of oral cancer. However, the incidence is prevalent among the smokers and heavy drinkers. Those who are prone to alcohol and tobacco are at higher risk of mouth cancer. Your specialist will be able to diagnose the signs and symptoms easily. 

Precancer 

The signs of precancer include the following- 

  • Leukoplakia - white patches in the mouth which do not disappear as the patient rubs them 
  • Oral lichen planus- ulcerative reddish white lines 

Many oral lesions are pre cancerous. This does not mean that someone has cancer. Monitoring changes in spot mouth cancer in early stages is easier to treat. 

Symptoms of oral cancer

If cancer develops, you may notice certain signs and symptoms which are as follows - 

  • Reddish patches on the lining of mouth or tongue 
  • Bleeding of lesion from the mouth 
  • Pain in the mouth 
  • Numbness of mouth 
  • Mouth sores and ulcers which do not heal 
  • A lump or thickening of the gums
  • Poorly fitting dentures 
  • Loose teeth with no apparent reason 
  • Swelling of jaw
  • Difficulty chewing or swallowing 
  • Difficulty moving tongue and jaw 
  • Sore throat 

Having these symptoms does not mean that you have cancer of the mouth. You need a doctor’s diagnosis to confirm the same. 



Tags : #tobbacco #oralcancer #symptomsoforalcancer #smitakumar #medicircle

Related Stories

Loading Please wait...

-Advertisements-




Trending Now

Deworming in Children: A Crucial Step Towards Healthy GrowthFebruary 07, 2025
AI-powered blue-collar hiring platform Vahan.ai secures investment from APAC HR services leader Persol Group amid booming gig economy in India; plans to develop AI recruitment technology to support 8 major Indian languages February 07, 2025
Scars That Never Heal: The Painful Reality of Female Genital MutilationFebruary 06, 2025
Maharashtra’s Healthcare Betrayal: Why Are Crucial Funds Going Unused?February 06, 2025
1vision, 1 mission: Avaada Foundation’s CSR initiatives are powering communities and delivering sustainable progress across 5 key focus areasFebruary 06, 2025
Top 5 Technology Brands that are Transforming the Cancer Care Journeys for Hospitals and PatientsFebruary 06, 2025
Women's Wellness brand NUA Raises Rs 35 Crore in Pre-Series C led by Mirabilis Investment TrustFebruary 06, 2025
8 Effective Ways to Minimize Postpartum ComplicationsFebruary 06, 2025
Does Where You Live Decide Your Fate? The Urban-Rural Breast Cancer Divide in IndiaFebruary 06, 2025
Nepal leads the world with largest pictorial health warnings on all tobacco productsFebruary 05, 2025
Fleetguard Filters Private Limited Recognized for Excellence in CSR at Navabharat’s 4th CSR ConclaveFebruary 05, 2025
Six new regions of the Russian Federation are set to connect to Moscow's AI medical services platform, MosMedAIFebruary 04, 2025
Six new regions of the Russian Federation are set to connect to Moscow's AI medical services platform, MosMedAIFebruary 04, 2025
Ashok Leyland Reinforces ESG Commitment, Ranked No. 1 Globally in Sustainalytics’ RatingsFebruary 04, 2025
Calcium Supplements: Do You Really Need Them?February 04, 2025
Digital Diagnostics Doubles Its Foreign Publication Count in 2024February 04, 2025
World Cancer Day quotesFebruary 04, 2025
India can take a big leap in Cancer Care with Improved access to treatment and People-centered Approach: ExpertsFebruary 04, 2025
Lilly India appoints Winselow Tucker as the President and General ManagerFebruary 04, 2025
Driving Excellence in Clinical Research: ISCR's 18th Annual Conference Highlights Innovation, Technology, and Patient-CentricityFebruary 04, 2025