Getting diagnosed with mouth and oropharyngeal cancer
You usually start by seeing your GP if you have symptoms that could be due to mouth or oropharyngeal cancer. They will ask you about your symptoms, your general health and may also examine you.
They will then decide whether to do tests or refer you to a specialist.
Seeing your GP or dentist when you have symptoms of mouth or oropharyngeal cancer
There are some things you can do to get the most out of your GP appointment if you have symptoms of mouth and oropharyngeal cancer.
Pictures of mouth cancer
These photos give you an idea of what possible mouth cancers can look like, but remember that they might appear differently to this.
Referral to a specialist for mouth and oropharyngeal cancer
Your GP should arrange for you to have a test or to see a specialist if you have symptoms that could be due to mouth or oropharyngeal cancer.
Screening for mouth and oropharyngeal cancer
There is no national screening programme for mouth and oropharyngeal cancer. Read more about this.
Tests for mouth and oropharyngeal cancer
You have a number of tests to check for mouth and oropharyngeal cancer. This includes a nasoendoscopy and taking a sample of tissue called a biopsy.
