Oral Pre-malignancy + Cancer Flashcards
1
Q
causes
A
- tobacco
- alcohol
- diet
- HPV
- candida
2
Q
what are the risks from eCigarettes?
A
- increased levels of acetalaldehyde
- increase BP and HR
- thickens coronary arteries
3
Q
where are the highest risk sites?
A
- soft (non keratinizing) sites
- - eg ventral tongue/floor of mouth
4
Q
what are the warning signs?
A
- red and/or white lesion
- ucler
- numb
- unexplained pain in mouth or neck
- change in voice
- dysphagia
- palsy
- double vision
- swelling/bleeding
5
Q
what 4 questions would you ask a patient?
A
- how long?
- is it painful?
- do u drink/smoke?
- what colour is the lesion?