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Symptoms Of Oral Cancer

Last Updated: Apr 13, 2020

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The symptoms of oral cancer and mouth cancer refer to a group of cancers which has different signs and symptoms, unexplained pain, bleeding, or numbness is the sign of oral cancer and this mostly happens because of tobacco, people who regularly consume tobacco. Tobacco users are many and they know about the side effects but this is actually harmful in many ways. They are being warned from consuming in different ways, the awareness regarding oral cancer is increasing day by day. This symptom of cancer can be avoided by avoiding the use of tobacco.

Pain or difficulty with chewing or swallowing

The major symptom of cancer is difficulty in chewing your food, this is mostly avoided by the people as a common problem but this is also called odynophagia. The problem arises is swallowing which happens in many nerves and the mouth area. It happens due to gum disease, eating unhealthy and unhygienic food, sore throat, etc. This should be immediately consulted to the doctor.

Swelling of the jaw

Swelling is the most common symptom of osteosarcoma, which is a type of tumor in bones that directly affects the jaw. The swelling is visible in the side of the face, it can also be seen inside the mouth. The roof in the mouth is to be found swollen, and also people sometimes notice the swelling beneath your teeth. This directly affects your jaw and can cause cancer.

Loose teeth with no apparent dental cause

Having loose teeth with no particular reason is an sign of oral cancer, it can occur for several reasons. The root of the teeth is exposed under the gums and gums are inflamed and sensitive. It is really dangerous according to the experts. The dentist can only find out the real reason for the loose teeth, you should consult your dentist if you notice this sign of oral cancer.

Hoarseness or other change in the voice

The changes in voice quality are termed as Hoarseness, the sound may sound like breathy, stained, raspy, or some changes in pitch. This is the other sign of Hoarseness, it is caused by allergies, cancer of throat and larynx, breathing problem, acid reflux, etc. It happens because of the pressure effects on the nerves.

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Pain in the ear

The other symptom of oral cancer is pain and bleeding in the ear, The Pain in the ears is unbearable, it basically affects the nerves of Ear and causes pain. The nerves connecting various apart like from ear to mouth are directly affected and can be spread other parts of the body. The ear is said to be ultra-sensitive and they need extra care.

The feeling of a lump or object stuck in your throat

Lumps in the throat also known by the name of globus sensation. It feels likes something after eating is stuck in the throat, feels like choking in the throat but actually it is no present physically. detection of this problem can cure you of oral cancer.

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    Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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