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		<title>Oral Cancer Diet</title>
		<link>http://www.livestrong.com/article/393517-oral-cancer-diet/</link>
		<pubDate>Mon, 28 Feb 2011 13:47:23 -0800</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[A balanced diet complete with enough calories and nutrients is your best bet for lessening the side effects of treatment for oral cancer, and it may quicken your recovery time. The recommendation is to eat five servings of fruits and vegetables, lean meats, low-fat dairy and whole grains -- but chemotherapy and radiation treatments commonly cause side effects that make eating difficult. They require a new way of eating and perhaps the introduction of new foods into your diet.]]></description>
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		<title>Information on Bumps on the Lips</title>
		<link>http://www.livestrong.com/article/294262-information-on-bumps-on-the-lips/</link>
		<pubDate>Tue, 02 Nov 2010 07:38:48 -0700</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Bumps on the lips can stem from many different sources. They can be an allergic reaction to certain medication or beauty products, a sexually transmitted disease or even as serious as oral cancer. It is always a good idea to have the bumps inspected by a doctor to rule out anything pressing.]]></description>
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		<title>What Are the Causes of a Growth on the Roof of the Mouth?</title>
		<link>http://www.livestrong.com/article/186359-what-are-the-causes-of-a-growth-on-the-roof-of-the-mouth/</link>
		<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jul 2010 16:41:43 -0700</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[You may be concerned if you suddenly notice a strange lump or bump anywhere on your body, including in your mouth. Lumps or growths on the roof of your mouth are often benign and easily treated, but sometimes can indicate a more serious condition. If you notice any strange lesion, growth, bump or cyst on the roof of your mouth, see your dentist as soon as possible for an evaluation.]]></description>
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		<title>What Are the Different Types of Oral Cancer?</title>
		<link>http://www.livestrong.com/article/102396-different-types-oral-cancer/</link>
		<pubDate>Mon, 05 Apr 2010 13:47:11 -0700</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[According to the National Cancer Institute, more than 21,000 men and 9,000 women were diagnosed with oral cancer in the United States in 2009. The majority of men and women affected by this type of cancer are over 60 years of age. Oral cancer is a type of cancer that begins in the the cells and tissues of the mouth, including the lips, gums, teeth, tongue, lining of the cheeks, salivary glands and the floor of the mouth (the area below the tongue).]]></description>
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		<title>Oral Cancer Health Video</title>
		<link>http://www.livestrong.com/video/3679-oral-cancer-health-byte/</link>
		<pubDate>Mon, 09 Jun 2008 02:15:17 -0700</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[<a href='http://www.livestrong.com/video/3679-oral-cancer-health-byte/'><img src='http://www.livestrong.com/ls_videos/thumbs/15413_1_Disease_Oral_Cancer.jpg' /></a><br />Oral cancer is a kind of cancer that affects some part of the mouth. This cancer sees many people diagnosed with it annually, but it is also very curable if detected early. Watch this video for more information on this condition and how to fight it.]]></description>
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		<title>4 Ways to Spot Signs of Oral Cancer</title>
		<link>http://www.livestrong.com/article/10332-spot-signs-oral-cancer/</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The presence of mysterious lumps, lesions or growths is a hallmark of all forms of cancer. Your dentist will check for visible early signs of oral cancer during your routine dental checkup, but it's important that you be proactive about getting help if you spot any sores, lesions, patches or growths forming in your mouth, on your lips or in your throat. You stand a much better chance of beating oral cancer if you detect and treat it early. Between dental examinations, it's a good idea to perform a self-examination of the visible areas of your mouth, particularly if you're a tobacco user. In addition to lumps and lesions, look for sores that don't heal or continue to grow, as well as white, black or red splotches on the insides of your mouth.]]></description>
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		<title>4 Ways to Treat Oral Cancer</title>
		<link>http://www.livestrong.com/article/10411-treat-oral-cancer/</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The term oral cancer is an umbrella category that includes many forms of cancer, including mouth, lip and throat cancer. While the direction of your treatment program will depend on which of these you have and the stage the cancer has reached, doctors almost always turn to surgical, chemical and radiation interventions first.<br />
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Surgery is the most invasive, but it also tends to be the most effective. Chemotherapy drugs target and destroy cancer cells, and radiation therapy is sometimes used on its own if you have a relatively small oral cancer tumor.]]></description>
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		<title>4 Ways to Test for Oral Cancer</title>
		<link>http://www.livestrong.com/article/10698-test-oral-cancer/</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Your dentist is likely to be the first medical professional to spot signs that you may have a case of oral cancer. This happens most often when the cancer is confined to your lip, mouth, tongue or salivary glands. Your dentist may find symptoms of mouth cancer tumors during your routine dental examination. If she does, you should follow up immediately by having any abnormal growths biopsied. In most cases, you'll receive an immediate referral to a specialist. You're at greatly increased risk for developing oral cancers if you use tobacco products in any form. Talk to your doctor if you're ready to learn more about medical supplements that can help you conquer tobacco addiction.]]></description>
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		<title>5 Things You Need to Know About the Types of Oral Cancer</title>
		<link>http://www.livestrong.com/article/9998-need-types-oral-cancer/</link>
		<pubDate>Thu, 29 May 2008 07:05:42 -0700</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[ There are basically two types of oral cancer: one that starts in the mouth and the other that starts in the back of the mouth by the tonsils. Who is at a higher risk of developing oral cancer? Tobacco use contributes to most oral cancers. Quitting smoking or chewing tobacco can significantly reduce the risk. There are other risks of oral cancer, such as sun exposure to the lips, alcohol use and a history of neck or head cancer. Men are more likely than women to get oral cancer.]]></description>
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		<title>5 Things You Need to Know About How Oral Cancer Spreads</title>
		<link>http://www.livestrong.com/article/9218-sinus-allergry-solutions/</link>
		<pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2008 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Just so you know that you receive the most appropriate treatment, your doctor should check the extent to which your oral cancer has spread. First, a tissue sample out of your mouth should test positive. Only then, the doctor can use one or more techniques to figure out the spread to other parts of the body.]]></description>
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		<title>3 Ways to Prevent Oral Cancer</title>
		<link>http://www.livestrong.com/article/8070-prevent-oral-cancer/</link>
		<pubDate>Tue, 06 May 2008 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Smoking is the primary cause of oral cancers, including malignancies of the lips, mouth and throat. Snuff and chewing tobacco are no safer. In fact, some studies show that chewing tobacco causes higher rates of mouth cancer than cigarette smoking alone. If you drink, stick to wine. which is considered less harmful than beer or liquor. Risk factors are compounded for people who use both tobacco and alcohol, a combination that is all too common.]]></description>
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		<title>5 Things You Need to Know About Smoking and Oral Cancer</title>
		<link>http://www.livestrong.com/article/5952-need-smoking-oral-cancer/</link>
		<pubDate>Wed, 30 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Research reveals tobacco use accounts for most oral cancers. The National Cancer Institute (NCI) data shows heavy smokers who use tobacco for a long time are most at risk. Alcohol consumption increases the risk.]]></description>
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		<title>5 Things You Need to Know About the Stages of Oral Cancer</title>
		<link>http://www.livestrong.com/article/14341-5-things-you-need-to-know-about-the-stages-of-oral-cancer/</link>
		<pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 1969 16:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Your health care providers use many different tests, scans and procedures to gather information in the staging process. This information is then organized into stages that illustrate the extent of your cancer. Staging is used as a communication tool to accurately describe your cancer and how far it has spread through the body. Treatments are different for different types and stages of cancer; the staging process directs your health care providers to the most effective treatment plan for you.]]></description>
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