Tongue Cancer: Symptoms, Treatment, Prognosis
Brief overview What is tongue cancer? A malignant form of oral cavity cancer, primarily affects the front two-thirds of the tongue Causes: Carcinogens trigger the formation of altered mucosal cells of the tongue. Risk factors: consumption of tobacco, alcohol and betel nuts, exposure to radiation, poor oral hygiene, predisposition; less frequently: human papillomavirus (HPV) Treatment: … Tongue Cancer: Symptoms, Treatment, Prognosis
