Dr. Danai Thewiwan, Deputy Director General of the Department of Health, said that oral cancer is one of the top 10 cancer found in Thailand. This disease has a mortality rate higher than 90% of oral cancer is a squamous cell carcinoma (squamous cell carcinoma), which is a type of high intensity. The 5-year survival rate of the global population is below 50% and can be found in all oral organs, including the tongue, palate, lips, gums, palate, oral cavity, tongue, uvular, tonsils, and upper part of the neck. The risk of this disease is that people over 40 years of age have a history of smoking, chewing gum or a family history of cancer. The causes of oral cancer can be caused by many factors, including smoking, tobacco, drinking, chewing. Eat less fruits and vegetables. HPV infection is not good for oral hygiene. And dentures are not hygienic.
"The detection of this cancer can be detected at an early stage. If detected and treated promptly. It reduces the severity of the disease and increases the survivability of the patient. The first warning signs of oral cancer that can be diagnosed prior to oral cancer are: 1) red lesions 2) white patches wiped out in the oral tissues. 3) chronic wounds found in the mouth. No known cause or disappear within 2 weeks, and 4) Found in the mouth or throat with a stiffened kidney. No pain The area under examination includes the tongue, tongue, lip, cheek, cheek and palate. The first stage of oral cancer can be observed by yourself, such as chronic sore throat, hoarse voice, difficulty swallowing, tongue numbness. Fake dentures have never been used. Or not the same. If such symptoms. Or check for cancer before oral cancer. Get a biopsy at the nearest hospital, "said Deputy Director General of the Department of Health.
