Ulcers caused by cancer usually appear on or under the tongue, but may occasionally appear elsewhere in the mouth. ‘The issue is the early signs of mouth cancer are very similar to a lot of ...
Background: Tuberculosis (TB) is a serious infectious disease with considerable fatality, typically affecting the pulmonary system and, rarely, other body organs including the oral cavity.
A 57-year-old male patient visited the Department of Oral Medicine, Kyungpook National University Dental Hospital with the chief complaint of painful ulcer on the tip of the tongue. The ulcer had ...
There may be accompanying fever, swollen lymph nodes, headache, nausea, and sore throat. However, canker sores are non-contagious, they are visible inside the oral cavity such as cheeks, soft palate ...
Liesching-Schroder is sharing her story to raise awareness of tongue cancer. “I never imagined it would be anything sinister, as I am healthy and never smoked before," the Essex woman said. “I ...
Use your index finger and press along the floor of your mouth and beneath your tongue to feel for any swelling, lumps, or ulcers. Open your mouth and pull your cheeks outwards. You’re looking ...