Who Gets Oral Cancer?
Oral cancer of the mouth is more common among smokers and people who Drink Alcohol.The Virus HPV ( Human papillomaVirus) is also a big factor in getting Oral Cancer.
Signs of Oral Cancer of the mouth are:
Persistent mouth sore that does not heal
Persistent mouth pain
A lump or thickening in the cheek
A white or red patch on the gums, tongue, tonsil, or lining of the mouth
A sore throat or persistent feeling that something is caught in the throat
Difficulty swallowing or chewing
Difficulty moving the jaw or tongue
Numbness of the tongue or other area of the mouthJaw
swelling that makes dentures hurt or fit poorly
Loosening of the teeth
Pain in the teeth or jaw
Voice changes
A lump in the neck
Persistent bad breath
Call your Doctor if you have any or few of these symptoms.