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==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
==Physical Examination== | |||
An examination of the mouth by the health care provider or dentist shows a visible and/or palpable (can be felt) [[lesion]] of the lip, tongue, or other mouth area. As the [[tumor]] enlarges, it may become an [[ulcer]] and bleed. Speech/talking difficulties, chewing problems, or swallowing difficulties may develop, particularly if the cancer is on the tongue. | An examination of the mouth by the health care provider or dentist shows a visible and/or palpable (can be felt) [[lesion]] of the lip, tongue, or other mouth area. As the [[tumor]] enlarges, it may become an [[ulcer]] and bleed. Speech/talking difficulties, chewing problems, or swallowing difficulties may develop, particularly if the cancer is on the tongue. | ||
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Overview
Physical Examination
An examination of the mouth by the health care provider or dentist shows a visible and/or palpable (can be felt) lesion of the lip, tongue, or other mouth area. As the tumor enlarges, it may become an ulcer and bleed. Speech/talking difficulties, chewing problems, or swallowing difficulties may develop, particularly if the cancer is on the tongue.