Is this oral cancer?
i have been a one-pack-a-day smoker since i was 18. i am now 22. i quit smoking about three weeks ago, but lately i've been plagued by toothaches, earaches, and jaw pain. there's no swelling in my jaw, and when i went to see a week after i quit they said that i was just suffering from TMJ. but now (two weeks later) i see a small portion of my inner bottom lip has turned a bright red. it doesn't look patchy per say, but i'm still concerned. it looks as though i may have bitten too hard on that area in my sleep or something. it doesn't hurt and it doesn't bleed, and i've only had it for a day or so. so my question is this: is it possible to be have gotten oral cancer at my age and after only having smoked for four years? i don't drink alcohol at all and i generally have good oral hygiene. thhanks!
Do I have oral cancer?
Sounds like a cyst or throat infection and that is why you have swollen lymph node.
I'm 17... Do I have oral cancer?!?!?!?
I have these two bumps that are located behind my lower front teeth (on the gums, but near the floor of my mouth.) These bumps are not visible, but I can feel them with my tongue and finger. I have had these bumps for about 4 months now. They just randomly showed up one day. Over time, the bumps have flattened out a bit (but they are still there.) They do also change shape. They also appear to get bigger when I mess with them and they get smaller again when I stop messing with them. Overall, these bumps are smooth, moveable, painless, and colorless. They also seem to be filled with liquid, but it also feels like it is an actual bump as well. What could it be? Could it be oral cancer?! I'm only 17, so any input would be appreciated.
Oral Cancer 17 years old?
Well I want to say about 1 week- a week and a half I have a sore on the bottom part of my gums it hurts about a 4 on a scale of 1-10 .. I put salt on there for the past 2 days .. my jaw has been hurting a little as well.. I plan on going to the doctors tomorrow... but I am wondering if I am working myself up.. I also have bleeding on my top gums.. every now and then like if I suck really hard on my top teeth... do I have jawbone cancer? or oral cancer?
How do I prevent oral cancer?
When it comes to oral health, most of us are focused on avoiding cavities or banishing bad breath. We don't really think about taking steps to prevent oral cancers.That's a big reason why these cancers often go undiagnosed until the later stages, after they have spread to the lymph nodes.What you need to know about oral cancerHere are a few other important things to know about oral cavity cancer and oropharyngeal cancer:In general, men are twice as likely to be diagnosed with these cancers as women.The number of patients under 50 years old has been steadily increasing; and sometimes, these cancers occur in young adults in their 20s and 30s.Patients who survive a first encounter with the disease have a higher risk of developing a second, related cancer. That increased risk can last for 5 to 10 years.Biopsy is the only way to properly diagnose oral and oropharyngeal tumors and lesions.Although these various types of cancers can be found in one small area of the body, each type has different causes and treatments.Patients on immunosuppression medications — typically those who had an organ transplant — have an increased risk of head and neck cancer.Different ways of preventing oral cancer are -Steer clear of tobaccoDrink alcohol in moderation.See your dentist regularly.Get vaccinated for HPV.Human papilloma virus (HPV)5. Shield your lips from the sun.Symptoms of oral cancer -In general, warning signs of mouth and throat cancers include the following:Sores in the mouth that don't healBleeding in the mouth that lasts more than a weekSlow-growing lumps in the mouth or neckPain in your mouth lasting more than two weeksDramatic voice changes, especially in smokersPersistent earaches in both earsNumbness of the lower lip and chin.Hope you like my answer.
Oral Cancer Screening?
An oral cancer screening is done during a routine dental examination. The dentist will look at all of the soft tissue in your mouth for discolorations, lumps, etc, including your tongue. He will also check your lymph nodes around your neck and chin for anything suspicious. It takes less than 5 minutes, and you have probably had one before, most dentists do them every year during your check up. No worries! I hope this helps!
Is oral cancer rare in a 14 year old?
Cancer in teens is rare, no matter what cancer, but it can happen. Lumps in your mouth is not very specific and I can’t guess what you mean. But I will take a shot to guess they are NOT cancer. Having said that, cancer does NOT survive in very ALKALINE pH conditions or in HIGH OXYGEN conditions or in LOW SUGAR conditions. Why would I say this stuff? Because there are several treatments that people can do for themselves at home, if they have no other options.There are free clinics that will give you an exam for that. The best thing to do is go see a dentist for a basic check up. Without seeing the issues, nobody at this forum is going to be able to give you any good advice based on real science.However, if, for some reason, you want to treat yourself, googleHow to use BAKING SODA to treat cancerHow to use HYDROGEN PEROXIDE to treat cancerHOW to use FASTING to treat cancerUsing each one of these and as a COMBINATION together might give interesting results.Additionally, there is the Gerson Diet that has been used to stop cancer. And one of the most researched treatments to stop cancer is to drop your protein intake from meats and dairy products to below 5% of your total calories and get 95% of all your protein directly from plants like Gorillas and Horses and Elephants and Bulls do, to get their huge muscles. None of those animals eats meat or dairy at all and all their protein requirements to get HUGE and powerful muscles is supplied by the simple plants they eat. There are VERY few cases of cancer in vegetarian animals, including human animals. It seems that research proves eating meat and dairy products turns on cancer activation genes in humans. However the meat and dairy industry does NOT want humans to know that research. They certainly wish that the biggest and most powerful animals int he world, like Elephants and Buffalo didn’t eat just grasses and plants to get protein.
What if oral cancer is left untreated?
Mouth cancer or oral cancer is any cancer that develops in the mouth or oral cavity. It is a type of head and neck cancer. Oral cancer is one of the leading types of cancer worldwide.Certain genetic conditions, previous history of cancer, a family history of cancer, and poor oral hygiene can also increase your risk of developing mouth cancer. The most common cause of mouth cancer is tobacco, both chewing tobacco and cigarettes. The best way to prevent oral cancer is to refrain from using or to quit using tobacco in any form. The symptoms of oral cancer can be vague which is why it is important to get regular dental examinations and to see a doctor or dentist if you notice any strange symptoms or changes.The survival rate of oral cancer is estimated ass 5 years without treatment. But, if you take treatment at an early age, it might increase the chances of survival. These survival rates are often used by doctors as a standard way of discussing a person’s prognosis.Treatment can involve surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, targeted therapies, or combinations of these different treatment modalities. Surgery is aimed at removal or resection of the tumour. Facial reconstruction may be needed after the tumour is removed. Chemotherapy and radiation therapy can help prevent the spread of cancer, kill the existing cancer cells, and prevent recurrence of the tumour.