I know that when you have oral cancer you can get a white bump, but what are other symptoms?

Biopsy: Even to a trained dentist or other health care professional, we can't always look at a suspicious lesion and know whether or not it's cancer or something else. That is why we take a sampling or remove the entire lesion and send it to a pathology lab for a definitive diagnosis. Any lesion lasting for two weeks should be evaluated by a trained professional! don't try to self diagnose yourself!

Signs and Symptoms: Non-healing red and/or white patch or ulcer. Unusual progressive swelling or enlargement of any part of oral tissue. Tooth mobility without cause. Unusual oral or nose bleeding. If concerned, see your dentist for examination and cancer screening.

Induration: Before the ' bump ' appear area will be indurated (instead of normal smooth feeling ) to see your doctor or dentist.

Oral Cancer: Oral cancer usually presents with a change in the tissues that form the lining of oral cavity, including the gums. Red, raised lesion in high risk area such as the side of the tongue are most worrisome for cancer. Other symptoms include difficulty swallowing, a lump in the neck, numbness in the oral region, restricted oral opening, and oral pain.