It is important to pay attention to signs or symptoms that do not appear normal. While some of the symptoms may be due to other medical conditions, it is always recommended to visit a specialist. The symptoms and signs of tongue cancer include: Bleeding in the tongue without a known reason. Pain or discomfort in swallowing. A persistent sore throat. A white or red patch on the tongue. A lump, sore spot, or ulcer on the tongue. A feeling of numbness in the mouth. A rare symptom is a pain in the ears.DFDAFF
The causes of the tongue cancer are: High-risk of HPV. Poor oral health. Heavy consumptions of alcohol and tobacco intake. Cirrhosis of the liver. Syphilis.
The doctors will do a physical examination of the affected and surrounding areas. Diagnosis also includes an understanding of past illnesses, use of medications, and other similar aspects that help to get an overview of the patient’s overall health. Other tests might also be required, including: Biopsy Ultrasound MRI scan CT scan PET scan X-ray
The doctors may use several treatments to treat the disease, which may vary on a case-to-case basis. .. Surgery If the tumour is small, it may be easily removed through surgery. If the tumour is a large one, a part or all of the tongue may need to be removed. This may be followed by a reconstructive surgery. This surgery sometimes affects a person's speech and the ability to swallow. Radiotherapy For larger tumours, a combination of surgery and radiotherapy is generally effective. In some cases, nodes from one or both sides of the neck need to be removed, also known as neck dissection. Radiotherapy helps remove any remaining cancer cells and also reduce the risk of cancer to recur. Chemotherapy In this procedure, anticancer drugs are used to treat cancer. The treatment includes a medication or combination of medications. The goal of the treatment is to stop or slow the growth of cancerous cells.
There is no proven way to prevent or avoid this disease completely, but the following ways help to lower the risks: Healthy lifestyle choices. Avoiding alcohol and tobacco intake. Good oral hygiene.
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