Hi, first of all I would like to say that I am not diagnosed with oral cancer but I am very worried because of my symptoms. I am 20 years old, I smoke about 15 strong cigarettes a day and I drink rarely. First of all I have a small Leukoplakia (I think this is the case, it may be something else), secondly I have a very small lump on the inside of my lower lip. Both of them are not painfull , so I can't tell when they occured, I only found them several days ago. I already have an appointment with my dentist. Even if it is cancer I am optimistic that everything will be fine, because it is in early stage, no pain, no open wounds, etc. I would be gratefull if you share some of your thoughts and oppinions. If someone knows another medical condition associated with those symptoms please share it, it would be atleast some relief until my appointment with the denstist comes.
I forgot to mention that when I get up in the morning I have bad breath, regardless of the fact that I care for my teeth big time and that I have no tooth ache!
Thanks in advance!