Mouth Cancer

Mouth cancer occurs when abnormal cell growth begins in the mouth. Cancer that occurs on the inside of the mouth is sometimes called oral cancer or oral cavity cancer. Mouth cancer is one of several types of cancers grouped in a category called head and neck cancers. Mouth cancer and other head and neck cancers are often treated similarly.
== Symptoms ==
The symptoms of mouth cancer include:
*A lip or mouth sore that doesn't heal
*A white or reddish patch on the inside of your mouth
*Loose teeth
*A growth or lump inside your mouth
*Mouth pain
*Ear pain
*Difficult or painful swallowing
== Treatment ==
Treatment options for mouth cancer include chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and surgery.
Category:Cancer
Category:Mouth