Early symptoms of tongue cancer in women

The early symptoms of tongue cancer in women are often hidden, but timely identification and treatment are crucial to improving survival rates. Its early symptoms include long-term oral ulcers, tongue lumps or nodules, limited tongue movement, loose or missing teeth, and increased oral secretions. The specific analysis is as follows:

1. Long-term oral ulcers: Ulcers that persist and do not heal on the tongue may be accompanied by slight pain or no obvious pain. Once you find a long-term oral ulcer that does not heal, you should immediately seek medical attention for professional examination. Treatment methods may include surgical removal of the lesion, radiotherapy or cryotherapy, etc. The specific plan needs to be determined according to the condition and the doctor's advice.

2. Tongue lumps or nodules: Hard lumps or nodules may appear on the edge, tip, back or belly of the tongue, which may bleed with a slight touch. The appearance of lumps or nodules may be an early sign of tongue cancer and needs to be confirmed through biopsy and other examination methods. The treatment method is mainly surgical resection, while auxiliary treatment methods such as radiotherapy or chemotherapy are considered.

3. Limited tongue movement: The tongue becomes inflexible, which may be accompanied by difficulty in eating and swallowing. Limited tongue movement may be caused by tongue cancer invading the tongue muscles. Surgical intervention is required as soon as possible to remove the lesion and restore tongue function. Rehabilitation training may also be required after surgery.

4. Loose or falling teeth: Sudden loose or falling teeth may be related to tongue cancer invading the alveolar bone. For loose or falling teeth, a comprehensive oral examination is required to clarify the cause. If it is confirmed to be caused by tongue cancer, treatment measures such as tooth restoration or extraction should be considered while treating the tongue cancer.

5. Increased oral secretions: Sudden increase in saliva secretion, drooling and other symptoms may be accompanied by bad breath. Increased oral secretions may be related to changes in the oral environment caused by tongue cancer. In addition to treatment for tongue cancer, you also need to pay attention to oral hygiene and keep your mouth clean.

Although the early symptoms of tongue cancer in women may be relatively hidden, it is still possible to achieve early detection and treatment through careful observation and timely medical treatment. Once any one or more of the above symptoms are found, it is recommended to seek medical attention immediately for professional examination and treatment. The choice of treatment method should be determined according to the patient's specific condition and the doctor's advice, which may include the combined use of multiple methods such as surgical resection, radiotherapy, chemotherapy or cryotherapy. At the same time, maintaining a good living habit and mentality is also an important factor in preventing and treating tongue cancer.