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If i am now concerned i have oral cancer but my w blood cell count is normal can i rule it out?
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No: Have yourself examined by an oral surgeon who may take a biopsy of the lesion to rule it out.
Answered 4/27/2013
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See dentist or PCP: for consultation and cancer screening tests. The risk of developing oral cancer increases over the age of 40. Best of luck.
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