Oral Cancer: Early Detection is Key to Survival, Doctors Warn Against Ignoring Symptoms

• Addiction to paan, gutka, and amber is widespread and easily accessible, leading to increased consumption.
• Dr. Chirag from Vedant Dental Hospital, Rajkot, highlights how these habits quickly escalate and become dangerous.
• Oral cancer cases are rising significantly in India, affecting all age groups due to increased paan masala and tobacco use.
• Persistent mouth sores or lesions that do not heal within a month are critical warning signs and require immediate medical attention.
• Modern technology allows for early detection and effective treatment of oral cancer, emphasizing the importance of awareness and timely intervention.

Why It Matters: Avoid addiction, monitor oral health for persistent symptoms, and seek early medical consultation for oral cancer prevention.