Mucous membrane lesion, lump, or ulcer:
May be a deep, hard-edged crack in the tissue Most often pale colored, may be dark or discolored On the tongue, lip, or other mouth area Usually painless at first (may develop a burning sensation or pain when the tumor is advanced) Usually small
Additional symptoms that may be associated with this disease:
Abnormal taste in the mouth Mouth sores Swallowing difficulty Tongue problems
What are the symptoms of Oral cancer?
Mucous membrane lesion, lump, or ulcer:
May be a deep, hard-edged crack in the tissue Most often pale colored, may be dark or discolored On the tongue, lip, or other mouth area Usually painless at first (may develop a burning sensation or pain when the tumor is advanced) Usually small
Additional symptoms that may be associated with this disease:
Abnormal taste in the mouth Mouth sores Swallowing difficulty Tongue problems