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TONGUE ULCER
Hello Doctor,
This is my father’s MRI report. He developed an ulcer about 3 months ago, which appeared soon after a dental prosthetic implant. The ulcer has been non-healing, so the doctor advised an MRI.
Based on the report the current plan suggested is to proceed with surgery along with a biopsy to confirm the type of cancer.
We are quite concerned and wanted your expert opinion. Could you please guide us on the next best step? Is proceeding directly with surgery along with biopsy the right approach, or should we consider a biopsy first before planning definitive treatment?
Which doc should I refer Onco/ OMFs?
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The report says it's a tongue cancer
This needs biopsy
Kindly consult with your nearest oral and maxillofacial oncologist for further treatment
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Hello
The reports shared confirm carcinoma of tongue.
Please visit a oral and maxillofacial surgeon,they ll collaborate with oncosurgeon and proceed.
Or you can approach an Oncosurgeon and they MUST work with OMFS
Both are needed for this case.
See what is feasible for you.
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Schedule your visit as soon as possible and let both the surgeons take action.
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Dr. Swasti Jain
Dentist
2 yrs exp
Indore
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In this report it is clearly mentioned that it's a carcinoma. Biopsy is required. Consult with oral and maxillofacial oncologist.
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Consult with oral and maxillofacial oncologist as soon as possible.
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