Cancer: How to check for cancer symptoms on your TONGUE - revealed by Dr Chris

Tongue cancer could be spotted by checking your tongue at the end of the day, according to This Morning’s Dr Chris Steele.

While a normal tongue is often pink, slightly rough and a bit dull, it’s important to look out for any lumps, he warned.

Lumps or ulcers could be a warning sign of cancer of the tongue.

Speak to a doctor if you spot any signs of lumps or ulcers in your tongue.

Over 50s and smokers are most at risk of the cancer, Dr Chris warned.

Cancer symptoms: Tongue signs revealed by This Morning’s Dr Chris

“Tongues can tell you a lot about various conditions around the body,” said Dr Chris.

“An ulcer on the side of the tongue could be a sign of cancer of the tongue.

“It can be an ulcer, or a lump that persisted for longer than a month.

“Over 50s or smokers, if you have lump in your mouth, get it checked.”

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A sore or white tongue isn’t usually serious, and could be easily treated, said the NHS.

Using a soft toothbrush to brush your teeth could help to prevent pain.

Patients should also use a toothpaste that doesn’t contain sodium lauryl sulphate.

Painkillers could help to relieve a sore tongue in the short-term, while using a straw may make drinking easier.

Avoid eating hard, spicy or salty foods when you have a painful tongue.

A white tongue may be a warning sign of an underlying health condition.

Leukoplakia, geographic tongue and mouth ulcers could all cause white patches to appear on the tongue.

You should see a GP or dentist if you have a pain or itchiness that doesn’t go away on your tongue.

A doctor could help to find the cause of white patches on the tongue.

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