Oral cancer can form anywhere in the oral cavity. Early detection is crucial in the prognosis of this condition. Therefore, it is recommended that you tell your doctor immediately if any of the signs or symptoms listed below persist for more than 2 weeks.

Sometimes, cancer manifests itself as ulceration on the buccal mucosa that does not normally heal. A nodule or swelling in an area of ​​the oral cavity or a group of white or red spots present on the mucosa for longer may be other early signs of a malignant lesion.

Signs and symptoms of oral cancer may include:

• Lesions or ulcers in the oral mucosa that do not heal in two weeks
• Nodules or swellings without an apparent cause, erosions or harsher areas on the buccal mucosa that do not disappear
• Unexplained bleeding in the mouth
• Nodules persistent in the neck
• Red or whitish deposits on the oral mucosa that do not disappear within a few weeks
• Persistent sensations of tingling or numbness in the lips or tongue
• Mobile teeth without an apparent cause or alveoli that do not heal after an extraction
• Problems with chewing, swallowing or talking that do not go away
• Chronic neck pain, persistent hoarseness or voice change
• Frequent injuries that make it difficult to wear prostheses
• Ear pain
• Dramatic weight loss