Can Decay of teeth be a symptom of oral cancer? There is also cavity in my teeth n feeling mild sore in throat.
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Tooth decay is not a symptom of oral cancer. But tooth decay can turn the tooth edges sharp and can cause irritation of tongue or cheek. Chronic irritation of oral tissues is one of the rare causes of oral cancer. Also decay of tooth can later progress to infection & swelling of cheek which can lead to further complications. So better get it filled frm a dentist Sore throat may be due to any viral infection. You can use salt water gargle. If not subsiding, consult an oral & maxillofacial surgeon or ent Dr. for treatment.
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No relation between tooth caries and cancer. It can due to pharyngitis. Do saline gargle it will go.
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no, decay never results in cancer. but its my advice to get cavity filled as soon as possible otherwise it will convert into pulp infection.
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Tooth decay and oral cancer are unrelated. Soreness in the throat can be because of throat infection.
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decay of teeth Is not a direct symptom. cancer causes dry mouth and Dental caries
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Tooth decay not at all a symptom of cancer. Although unhealed ulcer on tongue and other tissues may turns into oral cancer. Which may be due to decayed or sharp edge tooth.
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