Overall, around 11 out of 100,000 people will develop oral cancer during their
lifetime. Men are more likely to develop oral cancer than women. When healthy
cells multiply uncontrollably and form a tumor (a mass of
cells), which may be cancerous or benign. If the cancer starts in the buccal
cavity or oral cavity, it is called oral cancer.
Signs and symptoms of oral cancer
Symptoms of oral cancer may include:
- a lump in the neck
- loose teeth
- swelling or pain in the lip that does not heal
- difficulty or pain swallowing
- changes in speech
- Bleeding or numbness in the mouth
- White or red spots on the lips, tongue or gums
- Unexplained weight loss.
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Causes of Oral Cancer
The main risk factors for most oral cancers are smoking and alcohol. Other risk
factors may include:
- Human papilloma virus (HPV)
- Epstein-Barr virus (EBV)
- Family history of oral cancer
- Poor oral hygiene and gum disease
- Exposure to the sun
- Chewing the seed of the areca palm tree (sometimes known as areca nut or betel nut).
How is oral cancer treated?
Oral cancer is treated by dentist in Bhimavaram in the same way as many other cancers: by surgical removal
of the cancerous growth, followed
by radiation and/or chemotherapy to destroy any remaining cancer cells.
What to do to prevent the developing oral cancer?
Oral cancer is preventable and you can play an active role in prevention. You can
prevent oral cancer by following these tips:
- If you smoke, chew tobacco, or use a water pipe, try to stop or reduce tobacco use. Talk to your doctor about smoking cessation programs.
- If you drink alcohol, drink it in moderation.
- Don't forget the sunscreen. Use sunscreens that block UV-AB rays and creams with sunscreen on your face.
- Get vaccinated against the human papilloma virus.
- Pay attention to a balanced diet.
- Get regular dental checkups at dental hospitals in Mancherial. People between the ages of 20 and 40 should be screened for oral cancer every three years and every year after age 40.
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