It is crucial to consult a doctor without delay if any of the following symptoms of oral cancer persist for more than two weeks. Potential symptoms of oral cancer include:
* A sore in the mouth or on the lip that does not heal.
* A lump or swelling inside the mouth.
* White or red patches inside the mouth.
* An area inside the mouth that discolors and remains that way.
* A lump or thickening in the cheek.
* A persistent sore throat that does not improve.
* Hoarseness or a change in voice.
* Persistent bad breath (halitosis).
* Difficulty chewing or swallowing.
* Trouble moving the jaw or tongue.
* Numbness in the tongue or any part of the mouth.
* Pain around the teeth or in the jaw.
* Unexplained weight loss.
* A constant feeling of something caught in the throat.