Cancer FAQs See All  Oral Cancer: Overview in Cancer FAQs Oral cancer is cancer that starts in the mouth or throat. Oral cancer is fairly common and very curable if found and treated at an early stage. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments. ...more

Chemotherapy See All  Oral Cancer: Chemotherapy in Chemotherapy Chemotherapy uses anticancer medicines to kill cancer cells. The medicines are made to attack and kill cancer cells that grow quickly. Some normal cells also grow quickly. Because of this, chemotherapy can also harm those cells. This can cause side effects. ...more

Deciding on Treatment See All Chemotherapy See All Radiation See All Surgery See All Other Treatments See All  Oral Cancer: Treatment Choices in Deciding on Treatment Oral cancer is often curable, especially if it is found early. Treatment can also help control oral cancer, meaning it may help control symptoms or reduce its spread. Once you know the type and stage of oral cancer you have, you and your doctor will decide on a treatment plan. Read on to learn more.

Other Treatment Side Effects See All  Oral Cancer: Radiation Therapy in Other Treatment Side Effects Radiation therapy is a treatment for cancer that uses high-energy X-rays. A machine directs the rays of energy to the area of cancer. Read on to learn what to expect before, during, and after this treatment.

Managing Side Effects See All Chemotherapy Side Effects See All Other Treatment Side Effects See All  General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment in Managing Side Effects You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals. ...more  Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue in Managing Side Effects, Other Treatment Side Effects Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while.

Overview See All  Oral Cancer: Introduction in Overview Oral cancer is cancer that starts in the mouth or throat. Oral cancer is fairly common and very curable if found and treated at an early stage. A doctor or dentist often finds oral cancer in its early stages because the mouth can be easily examined. ...more  Cancer and Tobacco in Overview All tobacco products, from cigarettes to snuff, contain toxins, carcinogens, and nicotine, an addictive substance. ...more  Oral Cancer: Symptoms in Overview Know the signs of oral cancer.

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Understanding Your Diagnosis See All  Oral Cancer: Tests After Diagnosis in Understanding Your Diagnosis Tests after a diagnosis of oral cancer can help your healthcare provider learn more about your cancer to help decide the best treatment. ...more  Oral Cancer: Stages in Understanding Your Diagnosis The stage of a cancer is how much and how far the cancer has spread in your body. The stage of a cancer is one of the most important things to know when deciding how to treat the cancer.

Oral Cancer See All Overview See All Understanding Your Diagnosis See All Deciding on Treatment See All Managing Side Effects See All Prevention and Screening See All Cancer FAQs See All  Oral Cancer: Introduction in Overview Oral cancer is cancer that starts in the mouth or throat. Oral cancer is fairly common and very curable if found and treated at an early stage. A doctor or dentist often finds oral cancer in its early stages because the mouth can be easily examined.

Cancer FAQs See All  Ovarian Cancer: Overview in Cancer FAQs Ovarian cancer is cancer that starts in cell in your ovaries or at the end of the fallopian tubes next to an ovary. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments. ...more