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Early invasive squamous
My father is having swollen wound looks like ring worm inside his mouth. After consulting General physician he advised for biopsy. Biopsy report says Early invasive squamous carcinoma. He advised to consult dental surgeon. Which I will definitely do. But shouldn't I consult an oncologist as well?
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Yes, Sir you should take consult with an oncologist also
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you need to consult an oncologist and an oral surgeon regarding your problem.
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if report says squamous cell then then immediately go for oncologist for second oppinion.
can you tell me excact position of ulcer.whether it is below the tongue,lips,cheeeks or infront of tongue.
if posible then send me a pic of that
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You can visit KIDWAI memorial institute of oncology or Bangalore institute of oncology and even Mazumdar shaw cancer Center for an opinion and relevant treatment options.
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Maxillofacial surgeons specialising in oncology will be able to guide you through
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Head and neck oncology is a specialised unit and you can econsult with a specialist in this area of expertise.
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IN THIS CONDITION ORAL AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGEON WOULD BE THE RIGHT CHOICE BECAUSE THEY CAN HANDLE THE SURGICAL PART AS WELL AS THE POST SURGICAL CARE ,MAXILLO FACIAL SURGEON WOULD BE ABLE TO PLAN THE TREATMENT IN TERMS OF PROSTHETIC REHABILITAION AS WELL..
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CONSULT MAXILLOFACIAL SURGEON
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Dr. Suman Makam
Dentist
23 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hello,
you need to show these reports to an Oral surgeon and take his opinion first.
Regards,Dr sumanmakam,dental arts,jayanagar,bangalore.
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Dr. Lakshmy Sanuj
Dentist
9 yrs exp
Bangalore
yes sir, show it to an oncologist but show it to an oral surgeon also. as they both will work together and do the treatment. try to go to a hospital where both doctors are available. and dont delay it much.
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Dr. Bhaskar Lal
Dentist
12 yrs exp
Ranchi
Oncologist would be the first choice with maxillofacial surgeon for post surgery restoration
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