Question 1

how do you get oral cancer?

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Many ways: The known risk factors for oral cancer are tobacco use (whether cigarettes, cigars or smokeless tobacco), alcohol use, and infection with certain strains of human papilloma virus.  Genetics may play a role in some people.

Question 2

can teenagers get oral cancer?

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Unlikely: Unlikely but cancer spares none.

Question 3

are sores a sign of oral cancer?

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Sometimes: Sores that do not heal on their own within two weeks should be examined by your dentist or physician to determine what they are.

Question 4

might i refuse an oral cancer exam?

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I guess you can..: But why would you? The exam is part of the visit, and can only help you. It is non-invasive, so it doesn't hurt. Your dental providers are looking out for your best interests.

Question 5

what are possible symptoms of oral cancer?

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Oral cancer: painless white lesion lasting greater than three weeks, lesion that bleeds with little trauma, non-tender firm neck mass.

Question 6

what's the diagnosis method for oral cancer?

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Biopsy: There are several screening procedures that are available such as a brush biopsy, velscope examination and visilite. If any of these are positive, then a biopsy which involves removing a small piece of tissue is required. The tissue is examined under a microscope by a specialist who can make the diagnosis.

Question 7

how can you tell if someone has oral cancer?

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See a dentist: Have an examination as oral cancer screening is part of your regular semiannual dental checkup..

Question 8

why doesn't everyone get oral cancer from dip?

Accepted Answer

Do you mean HPV?: Oops -- I didn&#x27;t understand dip refers to oral tobacco. Other doctors have replied correctly. If you meant HPV, i.e. human papillomavirus:  Oral HPV is common, although less frequent than genital infection. In either location, the vast majority of infection do not lead to cancer. Even the type that most often leads to throat cancer (HPV 16) does so in fewer than 1 in a thousand cases.

Question 9

what is the probability of getting oral cancer?

Accepted Answer

Risk factors: The main risk factors are tobacco and alcohol use. The chance of getting oral cancer is even higher if you use both. If you use neither, it is  very unlikely that you would get oral cancer.

Question 10

what to do if i think i have oral cancer! help?

Accepted Answer

Check up : Pl get yourself checked as soon as possible.

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