Aloe Cancer

Aloe cancer is cancer that develops and originates in the tissue of the tongue. This condition can be characterized by thrush, the appearance of red or white patches on the tongue and persistent sore throat.

Cancer of the tongue develops from the tongue tissue which has abnormalities and develops abnormally and can occur at the tip of the tongue or at the base of the tongue. Aloe cancer is known to many smokers and drug addicts. In addition, tongue cancer can also occur more easily in people infected with the HPV virus (human papillomavirus).


Symptoms of tongue cancer

The main symptoms that appear in patients with cancer of the tongue are the appearance of red or white patches on the tongue, and canker sores that do not disappear after a few weeks. Other symptoms of tongue cancer that may appear are:

  • Prolonged sore throat and swallowing pain.
  • Lumps appear on the mouth and neck, due to swollen lymph nodes.
  • Numbness in the mouth that does not go away.
  • Bleed on the tongue for no apparent reason.
  • Jaw is difficult to move.
  • Drastic weight loss.
  • Voice and speech changes.

When to see a doctor


Sometimes patients do not realize that their complaints are symptoms of tongue cancer. This disorder is usually only discovered by a dentist during a routine examination or dental examination due to other problems.

Therefore, it is advisable to have a routine dental check every 3 months to 2 years, depending on your oral health. Performing routine maintenance at the dentist is also important because tongue cancer is more risky for someone whose oral health status is not maintained.

Complaints that are considered harmless, such as thrush or sore throat, can be a sign of tongue cancer. Seek immediate medical attention if these symptoms last more than three weeks, especially if you smoke or consume alcoholic beverages.

Causes of tongue cancer

Aloe vera cancer is caused by genetic changes or mutations in the cells of the aloe tissue. This genetic mutation causes abnormal and uncontrolled cell growth, which then becomes cancer cells. However, the cause of this genetic mutation itself is not known with certainty.

Men over the age of 50 whose family members suffer from tongue cancer have a higher risk of developing this disease. In addition, the following factors can also increase the risk of tongue cancer:

  • Smoke
The habit of smoking or consuming tobacco, even if not in the form of cigarettes, can increase the risk of tongue cancer due to exposure to carcinogens (carcinogens) in tobacco.
  • Alcohol consumption
People who often drink large amounts of alcohol are more likely to develop tongue cancer.
  • Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection
Although rare, HPV can cause abnormal tissue growth in the mouth, triggering cancer. HPV infection in the mouth can spread orally during sexual intercourse.
  • Poor oral health
Aloe cancer can also be associated with uneven, rough and jagged teeth, and inappropriate dentures.
  • Poor eating habits
Eating fewer fruits and vegetables or on a bad diet can increase the risk of tongue cancer.
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Diagnosis of tongue cancer

Diagnosis of language cancer step by step begins by asking patients what their complaints and medical history are, for example whether they have been infected with HPV or not. The doctor will also ask if there are family members of patients with tongue cancer and whether the patient has a habit of smoking or drinking alcohol.

After that, the doctor will check the condition of the patient's mouth and tongue. In cases of suspected cancer, the doctor will refer the patient to an oncologist. The oncologist can then carry out other tests in the form of:

  • Tongue biopsy
In this procedure, the doctor will take a sample of the tissue that will be examined in the laboratory. Patients will usually receive local anesthesia during the biopsy process.
  • Endoscopic examination
If there is a suspicion of tongue cancer at the base of the tongue, the doctor will conduct an endoscopic examination. Endoscopic examination allows the simultaneous collection of tissue samples from the tongue and lymph nodes around the tongue.
  • scanning
The scan is done to see the condition of the mouth and tongue and to find out the spread of cancer. Scans can be done with a CT scan or MRI.
  • HPV test
The HPV test verifies whether the patient is infected with HPV, which can cause tongue cancer.

Staging of tongue cancer

Depending on the severity and extent of the spread of cancer cells, cancer of the tongue can be divided into four stages, namely:

  • Step 1
The cancer begins to develop, but the diameter of the cancer does not exceed 2 cm and does not spread to surrounding tissue.
  • Step 2
The cancer is about 2 to 4 cm in diameter, but does not spread to the surrounding tissue.
  • Step 3
The diameter of the cancer is greater than 4 cm and spreads to the surrounding tissue, including the nearest lymph node.
  • Step 4
The cancer has spread to tissues around the mouth and lips or to other distant organs such as the lungs and liver.

Cancer at the tip of the tongue is more easily detected than cancer at the base of the tongue. Cancer on the front of the tongue will usually be diagnosed as a child, which makes it easier to treat.

Cancer that appears on the base of the tongue tends to be detected at an advanced stage, that is when the cancer has spread and even spreads to the neck lymph nodes.
Aloe vera cancer treatment

The method of treating tongue cancer depends on the location and stage of the cancer. If necessary, the doctor will combine several types of treatments so that the results are optimal. Treatment methods that doctors can do to treat tongue cancer are:

operation
In cancers that are still underdeveloped or in the initial stages, surgery consists of removing the cancerous tissue and surrounding tissue. But in cancer that has entered its final phase, the operation performed is an operation that consists of cutting the tongue or glossosomy.

Language with advanced cancer will be cut off, partially or completely. After undergoing glosectomy, patients may have difficulty eating, swallowing, and talking. Because of this, your doctor can recommend reconstructive surgery to improve the shape of your tongue.

Reconstructive surgery is carried out by taking part of the skin tissue and then grafting the tissue onto the tongue that has been cut. After reconstructive surgery, patients can also receive therapy to help them eat and talk and to overcome psychological problems due to eating and conversation difficulties.
chemotherapy

Chemotherapy is a cancer treatment with effective drugs to kill cancer cells. In addition, chemotherapy can also be used to relieve cancer symptoms.

For optimal results, chemotherapy is often associated with surgery or radiotherapy. Surgery-related chemotherapy is used to reduce cancer before it is removed by surgery or eradicating the remaining cancer cells after surgery.

Chemotherapy is also used to treat tongue cancer that has spread (metastasized) to other organs and is usually associated with radiation therapy. Some types of drugs used in chemotherapy are cisplatin, fluorouracil, bleomycin, methotrexate, carboplatin and docetaxel.
radiotherapy

Radiation therapy is a cancer treatment using high energy radiation. Rays used for radiotherapy can come from special machines outside the patient's body (external radiation) or from devices installed in the patient's body near the location of the cancer (internal radiation).

Radiation therapy can be used to treat cancers that are difficult to treat, reduce the size of the cancer before surgery, or kill cancer cells that have spread to other parts of the body. Radiation therapy can also relieve the symptoms of tongue cancer, especially in patients with advanced language cancer.

Tongue Cancer Prevention

Aloe cancer can be prevented by avoiding the risk factors of triggers. Some steps that can be done are:

  •      Stop smoking or consuming tobacco.
  •      Stop drinking alcohol.
  •      Maintain cleanliness of teeth and mouth, as well as regular visits to the dentist.
  •      Get an HPV vaccination.
  •      Having sex safely, that is not changing partners and using condoms.
  •      Eating vegetables and fruit.

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