Mouth Cancer Treatment in Casper, WY
Is It Mouth Cancer?
Do you have a sore in or around your mouth that isn’t healing? Mouth cancers are head and neck cancers that are in the mouth, cheek lining, on the gums, on or under the tongue, palate, or on the lips. Sometimes if the cancer is inside the mouth, it’s called oral cancer.
What does mouth cancer look like?
Mouth cancers can look like white or red patches or like sores that don’t heal. You may also experience a lump or growth in your oral cavity.
Mouth cancer symptoms
In addition to sores that don’t heal, you may experience symptoms such as:
- Pain when trying to eat.
- Pain in the gums or loose teeth.
- Difficulty swallowing food.
- Lumps, sores, or patches that don’t go away
Some patients even report feeling pain in their ears.
Does oral cancer spread quickly?
Oral cancers often are squamous cell carcinoma which can spread quickly. Early diagnosis and intervention are crucial. If you’re experiencing any signs of oral cancer, make an appointment to see us.
