11) Difficulty in swallowing
Difficulty in swallowing food is called dysphagia. Lesions of the tongue, soft palate, and hard palate are most commonly associated with dysphagia. Dysphagia due to mouth cancer is mainly due to destruction of normal tissue that is involved in the process of swallowing food. It can also be due to the damage to the nerves supplying the muscles involved in swallowing. Complications of dysphagia involve aspiration of food contents, dehydration, and malnutrition. Consult an E.N.T. specialist as early as possible to evaluate your condition properly and prevent further complications.
