True about tongue cancer:

A. Most common type is adenocarcinoma

B. Cervical lymph node metastasis is universally present

C. MC site is on Lateral margin

D. Slurring of speech is a common complaint

Correct Answer: MC site is on Lateral margin

Description: Ans. (c) MC site is on Lateral marginRef. Bailey & Love 26th ed. 713-14TONGUE CANCER* MC site is middle of lateral border or ventral aspect of the tongue.* MC histological type is squamous cell carcinoma.* MC complaint: Mid-irritation of tongue.* MC associated risk factors are tobacco and alcohol.* MC variety is ulcerative.* ONLY 30% patients present with cervical node metastasis.* The intrinsic tongue musculature provides little restriction to tumour growth, thus it may enlarge considerably before producing symptoms.* Presents as painless mass or ulcer that fails to heal after minor trauma.

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