November – Mouth Cancer Awareness Month

November is Mouth Cancer Awareness month.  Mouth cancer (also known as oral cancer) is one of the most common types of head and neck cancer.

The most common symptom of mouth cancer is a mouth ulcer or sore that does not heal in 3 weeks. The areas that may be affected include the:

• inside of the cheeks
• roof of the mouth
• lip
• gum
• tongue.

There are other possible symptoms of mouth cancer. For example, pain in the mouth or red or white patches in the mouth.

If you have any of these symptoms or notice anything unusual for you see your GP straightaway.