22/07/2026
Oral Cancer is No Longer Just an Older Adult’s Disease.
Cases of oral cancer are rising among people in their 20s and 30s, making awareness and early detection more important than ever.
⚠️ Common risk factors include:
• To***co use (smoking or chewing)
• Alcohol consumption
• HPV (Human Papillomavirus) infection
• Va**ng, ho**ah & e-cigarettes
• Poor diet & sedentary lifestyle
• Delayed diagnosis due to lack of awareness
👄 A mouth ulcer that doesn't heal, persistent pain, white/red patches, or difficulty swallowing should never be ignored.
✅ Early diagnosis can save lives. Regular oral check-ups and timely screening are your best defense.
👨⚕️ Dr. Rajeev Sharan
Senior Consultant, Head & Neck Surgical Oncology
Apollo Multispeciality Hospital, Kolkata
📞 For opinion or teleconsultation: +91 805-166-2233
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