Oral Cancer - Overview

Oral cancers are the commonest cancer in Men. Unfortunately, even young adults are being diagnosed with the disease because more and more children are using pan masala / Gutka and other tobacco products. Inspite of the fact that oral cancers are completely preventable, the incidence is rising at an alarming speed. Oral cancers account for 40% of the cancer in men and include cancers of

• Oral Cavity i.e. tongue, gums, buccal mucosa (inner side of cheek) and palate
• Pharynx (area behind the tonsils)

By Early detection and optimum treatment, it is possible to cure all the above cancers.