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How do i know if i have throat or mouth cancer?

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Pain: Likely pain. Pain that lasts more than a week or so. If you can visualize the area, you may see an ulcer. If you palpate, you may feel a lump or hard area. If you are concerned, see an ENT doc asap.

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Answered 6/10/2014

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