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Oral Cancer

Oral Cancer. SC AHEC Nursing, Dental & Medicine Careers Academy June 5, 2009. Presenters: Lacey Brunson Renee Sanders Shanequa Bryant. What Is Cancer?. Diseases containing abnormal cells that divide and spread uncontrollably

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Oral Cancer

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  1. Oral Cancer SC AHEC Nursing, Dental & Medicine Careers Academy June 5, 2009 Presenters: Lacey Brunson Renee Sanders Shanequa Bryant

  2. What Is Cancer? • Diseases containing abnormal cells that divide and spread uncontrollably • Abnormal cells combine to form a growth or tumor that can be benign or malignant.

  3. Does not spread Rarely life threatening Can be removed Spreads to other parts of the body Life threatening Can be removed, but it may grow back Benign Vs. Malignant

  4. Definition of Oral Cancer • Oral cancer: a disease that is found in the tissues of the lip or mouth; cancer of lip and oral cavity • Associated with a group of cancers referred to as head and neck cancers • Begin in the tongue and in the floor of the mouth, but they can spread to parts of the neck, lungs, and other body parts

  5. Sores that do not heal within 14 days Bleeding in mouth Lump in neck Earache Loose teeth Dentures will not fit well Pain or numbness in mouth Difficulty chewing or swallowing Bad breath Patches on the lip or in the mouth that are red, white, or a mixture of both Signs and Symptoms

  6. Causes of Oral Cancer • Tobacco Use • Alcohol Use • Sun Exposure • Chronic Irritation • Human Papillomavirus (HPV)

  7. Diagnosis • Dentists may detect symptoms of oral cancer by observing the roof and floor of the mouth, back of throat, inside cheeks, lips, and the neck area. • A biopsy can determine if the abnormal area is actually cancer. • The pathologist observes the cells under a microscope to check for cancer cells.

  8. Statistics on Oral Cancer Accounts for 2% of all cancers 40 years of age and older are at a higher risk Over 35,000 people will be diagnosed Over 7,600 will die from the disease Mortality Rate Is Higher Than Other Cancers

  9. Survival Rate by Stage of Diagnosis

  10. Populations At Risk

  11. Treatment • Surgery • Some include: • Primary tumor resection • Mandible resection • Neck resection • Radiation therapy • Chemotherapy

  12. Side Effects of Treatment • Swelling • Sore mouth • Difficulty chewing, swallowing, or talking • Changes to appearance • Weight loss • Inability to wear dentures for a period of time • Fatigue • Lowered immune system • Nausea • Vomiting • Mouth sores • Lost of appetite

  13. http://www.oralcancerfoundation.org/dental/slide_show.htm

  14. Linkage to Oral Cancer • Persistent gum disease can lead to oral cancer and other potential life threatening conditions like: • Heart Disease • Stroke • Diabetes • Chronic Kidney Disease (CDK) • Preterm Birth • Human Papilloma Virus (HPV)

  15. Health Disparities • Health Disparities are differences in health conditions or outcomes among specific population groups in the United States. • Some include: • Environmental factors – rural and urban poor • Economical factors – working poor • Cultural factor – language barrier • Accessibility to care • Quality of care

  16. Prevention • Ways To Educate People • Advertising & Visuals • Developing Culturally Appropriate Messages • Educate in local schools, colleges, health clinics, churches, and community centers • Why It Is Important • Early Detection • Decrease Mortality Rate

  17. References Health Disparities. National Association of Chronic Disease Directors. http://www.chronicdisease.org/i14a/pages/index.cfm?pageid=3447. June 4, 2008. Treatment for Oral Cancer. 2009. The Ohio State University Medical Center. June 3, 2008. http://medicalcenter.osu.edu/patientcare/healthcare_services/mens_health/oral_cancer/Pages/index.aspx Side Effects of Oral Cancer. 2009. The Ohio State University Medical Center. June 3, 2008. http://medicalcenter.osu.edu/patientcare/healthcare_services/mens_health/oral_cancer/Pages/index.aspx Gum Disease. May 2009. What is Gum Disease? June 4, 2009. http://dentistry.about.com/od/issuesandemergencies/a/importantbrush.htm. The Oral Cancer Foundation (2009, June 4). Oral Cancer Facts. Retrieved June 4, 2009, from <http://www.oralcancerfoundation.org/facts/index.htm>. American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (2005-2008). Early Detection and Treatment Provide A Better Chance For Cure. Retrieved June 4, 2009, from <http://www.aaoms.org/oral_cancer.php>. National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (2008, October). Oral Cancer Statistics. retrieved June 3, 2009, from <http://www.nidcr.nih.gov/OralHealth/T opics/Oral cancer/OralCancerStatistics.htm>. Oral Cancer Picture (June 4, 2009). <http://www.tobaccofacts.info/images/20050817-oral-cancer-1.jpg.> Oral Cancer Picture (June 4, 2009).<http://www.topnews.in/health/files/Oral-Cancer.JPG.> Oral Cancer Picture (June 4, 2009).<http://www.deward.com/images/Perfect_NormalSmile.jpg.>

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