12) Sore throat
Sore throat is one of the major warning symptom of mouth cancer. It can occur due to damage to the mucosal lining of the throat or pharynx. The patient may feel a foreign body inside his throat. Difficulty in swallowing of food and burning sensation in the throat are some other warning signs that accompany a sore throat. Apart from this, chemotherapy and radiations to treat mouth cancer can also cause a severe sore throat. Consult your doctor and dietician for proper evaluation of your condition. X-Ray and CT-scan can provide great help to evaluate the cause of a sore throat.
