Tongue and Oral Cancer: What a Persistent Mouth Ulcer Could Mean

Welcome to Onco Life Centre Podcast. A mouth ulcer usually heals within a week or two, but one that lingers can be an early warning sign of mouth cancer. This episode looks at when a persistent sore needs a doctor's attention and what else to watch for. You'll learn: - Why a mouth ulcer lasting more than three weeks needs a checkup, even without pain - Other warning signs to watch for, including red or white patches, a new lump, and numbness - The risk factors that raise the chance of oral ...