Oral Cancers and HPV Fact Sheet

Oral Cancers and HPV A Fact Sheet for Patients HPV, or Human Papillomavirus, is the most common sexually transmitted virus. While in most cases the virus is harmless and goes away on its own, it is linked to many Tips for Self cancers...

Oral Cancers and HPV A Fact Sheet for Patients HPV, or Human Papillomavirus, is the most common sexually transmitted virus. While in most cases the virus is harmless and goes away on its own, it is linked to many Tips for Self cancers, including oropharyngeal cancers. Assessment r ed 14 million pa and lips ora tche whi the l ti s on te on ss res ue the new HPV infections annually, responsible for... so 12% of cancers worldwide, including oral cancer, cervical cancer, penile cancer, and more. Oropharyngeal cancer diagnoses exceed 53,000 annually in the US, killing one person every hour. It is important that early detection, screenings, and preventive measures be used to increase survivability. red pat or w mps h or bu sue What are oropharyngeal cancers? ora ches ite lum p s l tis l tis on e ora Cancers that occur in the mouth, specifically in the sue the on th tonsils, back third of the tongue, side and back walls of the throat, and the soft palate. When examining your mouth for oral cancer, be sure to 1 Ask your dentist and physician about oral and pharyngeal cancer screenings at your next check: 1. Lips appointment. 2. Gums 2 Examine your mouth regularly and call a provider immediately if you notice any abnormalities. 3. 4. Sides of the tongue Inner lining (sides) of the cheeks 3 Consider getting an HPV vaccine. Click here for information about when to vaccinate. 5. Roof of the mouth 6. Floor of the mouth (under the tongue) 7. Back of the throat Additional resources HPV and Oropharyngeal Cancer - CDC HPV Facts - Oral Cancer Foundation Oral Cancer Risk Factors Oral Cancer Screening - ADA Oral Cancer Self Exam - AAOMS