Oral cancer

Oral cancer involves abnormal, cancer tissue growth in the mouth.

Symptoms

Skin lesion, lump, or ulcer:

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• On the tongue, lip, or other mouth area
• Usually small
• Most often pale colored, may be dark or discolored
• May be a deep, hard edged crack in the tissue
• Usually painless initially
• May develop a burning sensation or pain when the tumor is advanced

Additional symptoms that may be associated with this disease:

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• Tongue problems
• Swallowing difficulty
• Mouth sores
• Abnormal taste