Oral cancer is increasingly becoming a concern among younger adults, with tobacco, gutka, areca nut and other harmful habits contributing to the risk. Health experts urge people to recognise early warning signs such as non-healing mouth ulcers, white or red patches and difficulty swallowing, and seek timely medical evaluation.
Oral cancer is no longer a health concern limited to older adults. Increasingly, younger people are also being diagnosed with the disease, raising concerns about tobacco consumption, areca nut use and delayed medical attention. With National Cancer Awareness Day, observed on November 7, cancer specialists urge young adults not to ignore unusual changes in their mouth, as early detection can significantly improve treatment outcomes.
