Oral Cancer: What You Need to Know<\/p>\n
Oral (mouth) cancer is a type of head-and-neck malignancy, often diagnosed after age 40,<\/p>\n
with men being more affected. In India this year alone, over 77,000 new cases and 52,000 deaths have been reported.<\/p>\n
Why early detection is critical:
\nMany tumors are found only after spreading to lymph nodes, reducing survival chances. Early-stage detection greatly improves cure rates.<\/p>\n
Common cancer sites:<\/p>\n
Lips<\/p>\n
Tongue<\/p>\n
Inner cheeks (buccal mucosa)<\/p>\n
Gums<\/p>\n
Floor of the mouth<\/p>\n
Warning signs:<\/p>\n
Persistent ulcers or sores<\/p>\n
Red, white, or mixed patches<\/p>\n
Lumps, bleeding, numbness<\/p>\n
Difficulty chewing or swallowing<\/p>\n
Prevention tips:<\/p>\n
Get oral exams twice yearly<\/p>\n
Avoid tobacco, alcohol, and betel nut<\/p>\n
Protect lips from sun<\/p>\n
Consider HPV vaccination<\/p>\n
When to seek help:
\nSee a dentist or oncologist if any lesion lasts over two weeks. Experts like Dr. Sajjan Rajpurohit,<\/p>\n
specializing in oral cancers, offer comprehensive diagnosis and treatment\u2014surgery, radiation, or chemotherapy as needed.<\/p>\n
Bottom line: Vigilance, routine checkups, and early specialist care can save lives.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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