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1
Q

What kind of cancer affects the oral cavity?

A

Oral cancer

2
Q

Oral cancer tends to be found on the lateral borders of the ___ and the floor of the ___.

A

tongue

mouth

3
Q

The prevalence of oral cancer increases with ___.

A

age

4
Q

What are some lifestyle factors which increase the risk of oral cancer?

A

Tobacco

Alcohol

5
Q

Which two lifestyle factors work in synergy to greatly increase your chances of oral cancer?

A

Alcohol and smoking

6
Q

Which agent, responsible for cervical cancers, can also cause oral cancer?

A

HPV

human papilloma virus

7
Q

Which organism, commonly causing thrush, is associated with oral cancer?

A

Candida spp.

8
Q

What is the daily alcohol intake recommendation for men and women?

A

Two units

9
Q

What is the maximum alcohol intake recommendation per week for men and women?

A

14 units

(2x 7 units)

10
Q

revise number of units in common drinks

A
11
Q

How many units is a binge drink for men?

A

4+ units

12
Q

How many units is a binge drink for women?

A

6+ units

13
Q

mydrinkaware.co.uk

A
14
Q

Are alcohol mouthwashes safe?

A

Yes

No

wish they would make their fking minds up

15
Q

Which dietary deficiencies can contribute to oral cancer?

A

Vitamins

Iron

16
Q

Why are people with dietary insufficiences more susceptible to oral cancer?

A

Atrophy of oral mucosa

more susceptible to carcinogens

17
Q

Which colours of lesion suggest oral cancer?

A

Red and white

18
Q

Oral cancer lesions tend to be (numb / painful).

A

numb

19
Q

C because cowards get cancer too

A