Mouth / oral cancer is actually a growth of cells in the region of the mouth. It describes a number of cancers that occur on the lips, tongue, floor & roof of the mouth, and in the cheeks, tonsils & salivary glands. Its treatment depends on the type, location, stage of the cancer, and the overall health of the patient.

What Signs indicate Mouth Cancer?

Mouth cancers are typically categorised under head & neck cancers. These create symptoms, such as:

• Loose teeth

• A lump in your neck

• Changes in speech

• Unexplained weight loss

• Swelling or a sore on your lip

• Bleeding / numbness in the mouth

• Facing difficulties or pain while swallowing
• White or red patches on the mouth, tongue, gums etc.

Let’s Know about the Causes of Mouth Cancer:

The following risk factors are responsible for the occurrence of Mouth Cancer:

• Exposure to the Sun

• Weak Immune System

• Human papillomavirus (HPV)

• Poor oral hygiene & gum disease

• Family history of mouth cancers

• Excessive Alcohol Consumption etc.