Buccal mucosa is the lining of the cheeks and the back of the lips, inside where they touch the teeth. Development of cancer cells or tumour in this area leads to carcinoma buccal mucosa, which is a t..
Buccal mucosa is the lining of the cheeks and the back of the lips, inside where they touch the teeth. Development of cancer cells or tumour in this area leads to carcinoma buccal mucosa, which is a type of oral cancer. It generally starts in the squamous cells that are thin and flat, and line the lips and the mouth. It is easy to cure carcinoma buccal mucosa, if diagnosed at an early stage. This type of cancer is mostly prevalent amongst men. It is essential to treat it immediately, or it can spread to the mouth, tongue, and other distant body parts. The earlier the cancer is diagnosed and treated, the easier it is to completely remove it.
The symptoms and signs of carcinoma buccal mucosa are:
- Red or white lump, or patches in the mouth or cheek lining.
- A sore or lesion in the mouth prone to bleeding.
- A lump or any kind of thick formation in the mouth.
- Pain while eating and drinking.
- Persistent sore throat and hoarseness.
- Discomfort or difficulty in swallowing or chewing.
- Pain in the ear.
- Difficulty in movement of the tongue or jaw.
- Numbness of tongue.
- Swollen jaws.
Some common causes of carcinoma buccal mucosa are:
- Consumption of tobacco.
- Excessive intake of alcohol.
- Weak immune system.
- Human papillomavirus (HPV).
Some common risks of carcinoma buccal mucosa are:
- Xerostomia.
- Skin reaction.
- Mucositis.
- Wound breakdown.
- Dysgeusia.
- Hypothyroidism.
- Spinal cord myelitis.
Following are some method that can be used to prevent the disease:
- Alcohol control.
- Sexual hygiene.
- No smoking and tobacco intake.
- Good oral hygiene.
- Healthy diet.
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