What are the symptoms of oral cancer?

The most important thing - is the timely detection of symptoms of oral cancer. Research can detect the early stages of oral cancer or other diseases that can lead to cancer of the oral cavity. Consult with your doctor about the inspection of tissues of the mouth.
Common symptoms of oral cancer include:

• The spots in the mouth or on lips, which can white, red and white or red
• White patches (leukoplakia) - is a common symptom. White spots can sometimes be cancerous.
• Red and white patches (eritroleykoplakiya) - a malignant change.
• Red spots (eritroplakiya) - brightly colored, smooth areas that often can be cancerous.
• Sores on lips or in the mouth that do not heal
• Bleeding in the mouth
• Loose teeth
• Difficulty or pain when swallowing
• Problems with dentures
• Neck Tumor
• Earache

Every person with these symptoms should seek medical attention that any problem can be detected and treatment started as soon as possible. Most often, these symptoms - not the manifestations of cancer. Infection or other problem can cause the same symptoms.

The diagnosis of oral cancer

If there are signs that offer oral cancer, the doctor will examine the mouth and throat in the presence of red or white spots, swelling, edema or other problems. This study includes a thorough examination of the oral cavity, throat, cheeks and lips. The doctor also examines the lymph nodes of the neck.
If the survey showed changes, one can extract a small tissue sample. Fabric extracted to find the cancer cells. This procedure is called a biopsy. Usually, a biopsy is done under local anesthesia. Sometimes, under general anesthesia. A pathologist then examines the tissue under a microscope to check for cancer cells. Biopsy - the only way to determine whether the altered tissue malignant.