Diseases and Conditions
Floor of the mouth cancer
Overview
Symptoms
Causes
Risk factors
Prevention
Diagnosis
Treatment
Coping and support
Preparing for an appointment
Risk factors
Things that may increase the rison of floor of the mouth cancer include:
- Using tobacco
- Drinking alcohol
- Being infected with human papillomavirus (HPV)
- Taking medications that suppress your immune system
If you use tobacco and drink alcohol, the risk is even higher.
