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Cancer of the Mouth and Throat (cont.)

Mouth and Throat Cancer Symptoms

People with an oropharyngeal cancer may notice any of the following symptoms:

  • A painless lump on the lip, in the mouth, or in the throat

  • A sore on the lip or inside the mouth that does not heal

  • A painless white or red patch on the gums, tongue, or lining of the mouth

  • Unexplained pain, bleeding, or numbness inside the mouth

  • A sore throat that does not go away

  • Pain or difficulty with chewing or swallowing

  • Swelling of the jaw

  • Hoarseness or other change in the voice

  • Pain in the ear
These symptoms are not necessarily signs of cancer. They may be caused by many other less serious conditions.



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