What is Oral Cancer:
Oral Cancer is also known as mouth cancer usually forms in the oral cavity including parts of your mouth.
Types of Oral Cancers:
- Squamous cell carcinoma
- Minor salivary cancer
- Sarcomas
- Mucosal melanoma
Symptoms of Oral Cancer:
- Non healing ulcer – more than 3 weeks
- Lump in the tongue or palate
- Difficult or painful swallowing
- New lumps or bumps in the neck
- Numbness
- Ear pain
- Sore throat
- Red or white patches
- Loose teeth or dentures
- Weight Loss
- Difficulty in speaking
Causes of Oral Cancer:
- Alcohol
- Usage of Tobacco
- Sun Exposure
- Age
- Immunodeficiency
- Poor Oral Health
- Mouth Conditions
- Chewing Tobacco
- Genetic Syndromes
Risk Factors of Oral Cancer:
- HPV infection
- A weakened immune system
- Poor Oral hygiene
- Poor Diet
Preventions of Oral Cancer:
- Avoid Tobacco products
- Limit Alcohol consumption
- Limiting UV exposure
- Regular Dental Check-ups
- Vaccination against HPV Infection
Subsites of Oral Cancer:
- Tongue
- Lips
- Gums (gingiva)
- Cheeks
- Palate
- Tonsils
- Floor of the month