Is this a pre cancer

2025-01-13 08:28:12
Hi my uncle found small lump under my mouth and don't know what can happen next and next steps can be taken
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Might need a biopsy.

Answered2025-01-15 10:52:25

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Any oral ulcerative lesion lasting for more than 14 days after removal of insult, should be properly examined by an ent surgeon. These are classified as persistent oral lesions. Proper examination and biopsy of the lesion might be required in such cases

Answered2025-01-17 12:17:03

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Any oral ulcerative lesion for longer than 1 month needs a proper examination. This will happen in this case may be due to chewing tobacco addiction. In photo it might not look clearly but he should undergo proper oral cavity examination nd based on that will able to diagnosed the condition properly.
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Consult ENT nearby as early as possible.
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Stop chewing tobacco

Answered2025-01-16 10:19:37

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Looks like a ulcer in the floor of the mouth. It would need a biopsy and a contrast CT scan for further diagnosis and management. Any lump in the neck also needs to be evaluated to rule out lymph nodal metastasis.

Answered2025-01-14 16:16:43

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Please provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and treatment. Need to start with medicine and biopsy if required.

Answered2025-01-14 04:17:28

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Get physical check up and do relevant investigation if required.

Answered2025-01-13 16:22:15

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