I am 54 years old and had fungus in my mouth and lower lip. After doing biopsy there is no cancer. Please suggest to which Dr. I should visit.

Question

Hello, fungal infection in the mouth and around lips is very common (also known as oral thrush) in he middle aged population. It is not mostly cancerous and can be easily treated. The signs may include white or yellow patches on the cheeks, around the lips and tongue, dryness, difficulty in swallowing or burning sensation and bad taste in mouth due to fungus. The causes are usually low immunity, diabetes or bad oral hygiene. I'd suggest you to maintain a good hygiene and see an oral pathologist, if possible. I hope this was helpful.

Manpreet Brar · Accepted Answer

Hello, fungal infection in the mouth and around lips is very common (also known as oral thrush) in he middle aged population. It is not mostly cancerous and can be easily treated. The signs may include white or yellow patches on the cheeks, around the lips and tongue, dryness, difficulty in swallowing or burning sensation and bad taste in mouth due to fungus. The causes are usually low immunity, diabetes or bad oral hygiene. I'd suggest you to maintain a good hygiene and see an oral pathologist, if possible. I hope this was helpful.

Puneet Kansal · Answer

Dental surgeon.

Maj. Gen Mahesh Chander Vsm (Retd) · Answer

why biopsy n how was fungus diagnosis was made write details