Infections, injuries, jaw problems, and cancer can all cause mouth pain. The location and type of pain, plus any other symptoms that occur with it, can help with identifying the cause. The pain may ...

The cell type and location of oral cancer can influence your treatment options and outlook. “Oral cancer” is an umbrella term that includes cancers that develop in your mouth and throat areas. These ...

(CNN) — Health officials in the mid-Atlantic region have recently reported a rise in hand, foot and mouth disease, or HFMD. What is hand, foot and mouth disease, and what causes it? How is it spread?

Lip cancer is an oral cancer that first develops on the lips, usually causing an open sore or painful lump. Initial warning ...

Mouth ulcers, also known as canker sores, are painful lesions that develop inside the mouth, on the tongue, or along the inner cheeks. They can make eating, drinking, and even speaking uncomfortable.

The mouth with all its various parts is one of the most sensitive — and useful — parts of the body. It’s where you experience the sublime taste of your favorite gelato and what you use to kiss your ...

Menopause can cause oral symptoms, including burning mouth syndrome, inflamed gums, tooth sensitivity, and oral thrush. But most of these conditions are treatable with good oral hygiene, medications, ...