A member asked:

Is there any link between oral cancer and thyroid cancer? had papillary thyroid cancer now suspicious white/red patch on gums that needs biopsy

5 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Not aware: Not aware of any link, but if you have a lesion in your mouth that is different from your normal looking gum, go see a doctor or dentist.

Answered 6/2/2020

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Dr. Devin Cunning answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

No: Oral cancer, generally squamous cell carcinoma, is due to smoking, local trauma or human papilloma virus. There are of course sporadic cases also. However spots/patches may be due to other causes such as infection or autoimmune etiologies.

Answered 2/11/2017

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

No link: No link. Suspicious oral patches should be biopsied.

Answered 10/22/2016

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