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CANCER OF THE MOUTH (SYMPTOMS (Swelling,rough spots and eroded areas on…
CANCER OF THE MOUTH
SYMPTOMS
Swelling,rough spots and eroded areas on the lips,or gums
The development of velvety white,or speckled mouthpatches
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Unexplained numbness,or pain in any area of the face
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Persistent sores on the face,neck, or mouth that bleed easily
Difficulty chewing or swallowing,speaking,moving the jaw
Hoarseness, chronic sore throat, or change in voice
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DEFINITION
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CAUSES
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Malnutrition,syphilis and cirrhosis
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PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
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First as a small,firm,painless lump which ulcerates into a painful ulcer
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Other sites are the floor of the mouth, sides, and under the surface tongue and soft plate
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ASSESSMENT FINDINGS
SUBJECTIVE DATA
The patient may complain of difficulty with chewing, swallowing and speech
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OBJECTIVE DATA
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Alteration in the symmetry, colour and size of the lips
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Increased salivation,possible halitosis,slurred speech and neck masses
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