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20/02/2026

In tongue lesions, choosing the right type of biopsy helps ensure accurate diagnosis and avoids repeat procedures.

Many patients don’t know that there are two common types of tongue biopsy:

✔️ Punch Biopsy: A small circular tool is used to take a tissue sample.
✔️ Incisional Biopsy: A blade is used to remove an adequate portion of the lesion for detailed testing.

Sometimes, a punch biopsy may not provide enough tissue, which can lead to a repeat biopsy.
An incisional biopsy often gives a more adequate tissue sample for accurate oral cancer diagnosis.

The goal is clear diagnosis in the first attempt, so treatment can start without delay.

If you have a suspicious tongue ulcer or lesion, consult a specialist for proper evaluation.

Consult Dr. Sumit Shah
📞 Book Your Consultation: 096070 79019

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18/02/2026

biopsy is a simple test where a small tissue sample is examined to confirm whether cancer cells are present.

If there is a suspicious ulcer, lump, or lesion in the mouth or tongue, a small piece of tissue is carefully removed and sent to a pathologist.

Under a microscope, the pathologist checks for cancer cells.
This process is called a biopsy, and it is the most reliable way to confirm a cancer diagnosis.

In most cancers, biopsy is mandatory before starting treatment. It gives clarity and helps doctors plan the right treatment.

If you have a non-healing mouth ulcer or unusual growth, consult a specialist for proper evaluation.

Consult Dr. Sumit Shah
📞 Book Your Consultation: 096070 79019

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18/02/2026

If you notice a suspicious ulcer, red or white patch, or a growing lump in the mouth, a biopsy may be needed to confirm the diagnosis.

Many people ask, When should a mouth biopsy be done?

A biopsy is recommended if you notice:

✔️ A non-healing ulcer
✔️ An infiltrative or proliferative lesion (growing wound)
✔️ A white patch (leukoplakia) or red patch (erythroplakia) with a sore
✔️ A hard lump or swelling inside the mouth

A biopsy for oral cancer is a simple procedure that helps confirm whether the lesion is cancerous or not. Early diagnosis leads to better treatment planning and improved outcomes.

If any oral lesion lasts more than 2 weeks, consult a specialist for evaluation.

Consult Dr. Sumit Shah
📞 Book Your Consultation: 096070 79019

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17/02/2026

Delaying chemotherapy can reduce treatment benefit, and with advanced robotic surgery, many re**al cancer patients can avoid a permanent stoma.

In cancer treatment, timing matters.

If chemotherapy is delayed repeatedly, its overall benefit may reduce. That’s why following the planned chemo scheduleis important for better outcomes.

In re**al cancer, many patients worry about a permanent stoma (bag).
The good news is, with modern robotic intersphincteric resection surgery, in most cases we can preserve the natural passage and avoid a permanent stoma.

✔️ Timely chemotherapy
✔️ Advanced robotic re**al cancer surgery
✔️ Sphincter preservation
✔️ Better quality of life

Every patient’s case is different, so proper evaluation and treatment planning with a specialist is essential.

Consult Dr. Sumit Shah
📞 Book Your Consultation: 096070 79019

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16/02/2026

Many people ask, I feel normal. How do I know if I have cancer?

There is no single blood test that can detect all cancers in a healthy person without symptoms.
That’s why cancer screening tests are important.

✔️ Breast cancer screening – Mammography
✔️ Cervical cancer screening – Pap smear
✔️ Colon cancer screening – F***l occult blood test / Colonoscopy

Screening helps detect cancer early, sometimes even before symptoms appear.

If you are above 40 or have a family history, talk to a cancer specialist about the right preventive screening tests for you.

📞 Book Your Consultation: 096070 79019

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16/02/2026

A small 2 cm lesion detected early can often be treated effectively with timely surgery.

Not every cancer starts big. Sometimes, it begins as a small 2 cm wound or lesion inside the mouth.

The good news?
If detected in the early stage, treatment is usually simpler and outcomes are much better.

✔️ Early stage oral cancer
✔️ Small tumor size
✔️ Timely cancer surgery
✔️ Better recovery chances

The key is not to ignore a non-healing ulcer or small lump. Early consultation with a cancer specialist allows proper evaluation and clear treatment planning.

There is no need to panic, early diagnosis gives us more treatment options and better results.

📞 Book Your Consultation: 096070 79019

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14/02/2026

After mouth cancer surgery, regular self-check and timely follow-up can help detect recurrence early and keep you safe.

Life after mouth cancer surgery needs awareness, not fear.

To reduce the risk of cancer recurrence, follow these simple steps:

Do a weekly self oral examination in front of a mirror
Check for any new lump, non-healing ulcer, or unusual swelling
Notice if your mouth opening is reducing
Attend regular oncology follow-up visits

Early detection of recurrence makes treatment easier and more effective.

If you notice anything unusual, consult your oncologist immediately.

📞 Book Your Consultation: 096070 79019

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14/02/2026

If you consume to***co, regular mouth self-check and early consultation can help prevent mouth cancer.

If you use to***co, awareness is your strongest protection.

To reduce the risk of mouth cancer, follow these simple steps:

Check your mouth in the mirror regularly
Look for red patches (erythroplakia)
Look for white patches (leukoplakia)
Notice any non-healing ulcer, pain, or swelling
Don’t forget hidden areas, under the tongue, side of gums, and behind the last tooth (retromolar area)

These early signs of oral precancer can be treated if detected on time.

If you notice anything unusual, consult an oncologist without delay. Early detection makes treatment simpler and more effective.

📞 Book Your Consultation: 096070 79019

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13/02/2026

In tongue cancer, a PET scan is advised when doctors need to check if the disease has spread beyond the tongue or neck.

Not every tongue cancer patient needs a PET scan.

Doctors usually recommend a PET Scan in Tongue Cancer when:
• The ulcer or tumor is large
• Cancer has spread to neck lymph nodes
• There is suspicion of spread to other parts of the body

A PET-CT scan helps in accurate cancer staging, better treatment planning, and deciding whether surgery, radiation, or chemotherapy is required.

Early and proper evaluation ensures the right treatment at the right time.

If you or your loved one has been diagnosed with tongue cancer, consult a specialist to know whether a PET scan is necessary in your case.

📞 Book Your Consultation: 096070 79019

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13/02/2026

If a tongue wound grows beyond 4 cm or spreads deep inside, it may be locally advanced tongue cancer, early consultation can make all the difference.

Tongue cancer is not always just a small ulcer.

When the tumor grows more than 4 cm or crosses the midline of the tongue, it is called Locally Advanced Tongue Cancer.

In such cases, cancer cells may spread deeper into tissues, but with the right evaluation, timely surgery, and proper treatment planning, recovery is possible.

Warning signs to watch:
• Non-healing tongue ulcer
• Pain while swallowing
• Speech difficulty
• Bleeding from tongue
• Lump inside the mouth

Early diagnosis improves treatment success and quality of life.

If you or your loved one has a persistent tongue lesion, don’t ignore it. Consult a specialist.

📞 Book Appointment: 096070 79019

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12/02/2026

It’s not about what your grandparents did, today’s to***co habits carry different risks.

Many patients say, “My grandfather used to***co and lived long.”

But today’s to***co products like mava, gutkha, and supari mixtures contain additional harmful substances such as lime (chuna) and other irritants.

Keeping to***co in the mouth for long hours, even while sleeping, continuously irritates the oral lining. Over time, this may increase the risk of oral cancer.

Understanding the difference between occasional past habits and modern processed to***co is important for oral cancer prevention and early detection.

If you use to***co in any form, consider a routine oral screening.

📞 Book Your Consultation with Dr. Sumit Shah: 096070 79019

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12/02/2026

Thinking supari is safe? Let’s clear this common misunderstanding.

Many people believe that mouth cancer happens only due to to***co.

But supari (areca nut) can also increase the risk.

Supari contains a compound called arecoline, and when mixed with lime (chuna) in paan, it can irritate the mouth lining over time. Continuous irritation may lead to serious oral health problems.

If you consume supari or paan regularly, consider a routine oral check-up.
Early consultation helps in early detection and better outcomes.

📞 Book Your Consultation with Dr. Sumit Shah: 096070 79019

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