oral lump or mass - NICE urgent cancer referral guidance
Last reviewed 06/2021
Lip or oral cavity lump
| Symptom and Specific Features | Possible Cancer | Recommendation |
| Lip or oral cavity lump | Oral |
Consider an urgent referral (for an appointment within 2 weeks) for assessment by a dentist Consider a suspected cancer pathway referral by the dentist (for an appointment within 2 weeks) in people when assessed by a dentist as having a lump on the lip or in the oral cavity consistent with oral cancer |
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lumps and bumps - NICE urgent cancer referral guidance
NICE urgent cancer referral guidance
NICE urgent cancer referral guidance (guidelines with respect to presenting symptoms and signs)