Oral Cancer
Expert diagnosis and advanced treatment pathways for oral cancer, prioritized for your recovery.
CONSULT A SPECIALISTOral Cancer
Understanding Oral Cancer
Oral cancer is a malignant growth affecting the lips, tongue, cheeks, gums, or floor of the mouth. It is strongly associated with tobacco, alcohol, and certain viral infections.
Introduction
Oral cancer is a malignant growth affecting the lips, tongue, cheeks, gums, or floor of the mouth. It is strongly associated with tobacco, alcohol, and certain viral infections.
Common Symptoms
- Nonhealing mouth ulcer or sore
- White or red patches inside the mouth
- Pain or bleeding in the oral cavity
- Difficulty chewing or swallowing
- Neck swelling due to lymph node involvement
Treatment Options
- Oral examination and biopsy
- Surgical removal of cancer
- Radiation therapy
- Chemotherapy and targeted therapy
- Rehabilitation and nutritional support
Recovery & Outlook
Early-stage oral cancer has a better prognosis with prompt treatment. Avoiding tobacco greatly reduces future risk.