Tongue Cancer treatment in Aguascalientes

Tongue cancer is a type of malignant tumor that originates in the tissues of the tongue, generally from the cells that line its surface. It is part of the cancers of the oral cavity.

Signs to pay attention to:

• A sore or ulcer on the tongue that does not heal
• Persistent pain or burning
• White or reddish patches
• Difficulty moving the tongue, chewing, or speaking

Factors that have been associated: tobacco and alcohol use, as well as certain infections, are among the factors related to these tumors.

Who treats it? In the management of tongue cancer, specialists such as the radiation oncologist take part, within an oncologic care team. If you notice a lesion on the tongue that does not heal after several weeks, it is important that a professional examine it.