Lip Cancer Tongue Cancer Inner Cheek Cancer Gum Cancer Cancer of the lower part of the mouth You should see your dentist as soon as you see symptoms of oral cancer.
According to the dentist, at least twice a year, get your mouth examined by your doctor. Let us know about its symptoms, dangers, its stages. And you can meet Mouth Cancer Specialist Dr. Sajjan Rajpurohit
Symptoms of Mouth Cancer (Oral Cancer):-
In the early stages of mouth cancer, it is not detected and there are no symptoms, but people who smoke or drink alcohol on a daily basis should have their mouth checked from time to time by their dentist
Symptoms of mouth (oral) cancer can include non-healing sores, white or red patches in the mouth, lumps or thickening in the mouth, neck, or jaw, and pain or bleeding that won’t go away. Other signs may include difficulty chewing, swallowing, or speaking, numbness, loose teeth, or unexplained weight loss. If you notice any of these symptoms that last for more than three weeks, you should see a doctor or dentist for an examination.
Common Symptoms
- Sores or ulcers: A sore in the mouth or on the lips that doesn’t heal within a few weeks.
- Patches: Red (erythroplakia) or white (leukoplakia) patches in the mouth, on the tongue, gums, or lining of the mouth.
- Lumps or thickening: Any lump, bump, or thickening on the lips, gums, or inside the mouth.
- Pain: Persistent pain, discomfort, or a burning sensation in the mouth or throat.
Other Potential Signs
- Bleeding or Numbness: Unexplained bleeding or numbness in the mouth, tongue, or other areas.
- Difficulty with oral functions: Trouble moving your tongue or jaw, difficulty speaking or swallowing, or changes in how your teeth fit together.
- Loose teeth: A tooth or teeth becoming loose for no obvious reason.
- Swollen lymph nodes: A lump in the neck caused by enlarged lymph nodes.
- Unexplained weight loss: Unintentional weight loss.
- Ear pain: Persistent pain in the ear.
When to See a Doctor
Many of these symptoms can be caused by less serious conditions. However, it is important to get any symptoms that last for more than three weeks checked by a GP or dentist. Early detection of mouth cancer significantly improves the chances of successful treatment.
