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Definition of Oral cancerOral cancer: Cancer within the mouth. Oral cancer is associated with smoking cigarettes and cigars as well as chewing tobacco. It is generally noticed as a painless growth on the inner cheek, gum, or tongue. Treatment options include surgical resection, radiation, and/or chemotherapy. Last Editorial Review: 3/19/2012 Back to MedTerms online medical dictionary A-Z List 
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