10 Oral Cancer Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Symptom #8: Difficulty Moving the Jaw and Tongue
Normally a person will be able to move the jaw and tongue without any problem. However, in cases of oral cancer, moving the jaw and tongue becomes difficult, painful, or even impossible. This is more likely to occur because of the cancer mass, enlarged lymph nodes, or presence of lumps in the oral cavity and neck.
As with any type of cancer, early detection increases the survival rate significantly. If you started having difficulties moving your jaw and tongue which is not related to any other health condition, then you should check with your healthcare provider as this might be a sign of oral cancer. Luckily, oral cancer can be cured if detected in time.
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