Understanding Tongue Tumors in the Indian Context
Tongue cancers are aggressive but highly treatable when addressed early. Ajuda Hospitals integrates oncology, microvascular reconstruction, and speech rehab to deliver holistic outcomes.
When to Consult Our Tongue Oncology Experts
⚠️ Seek urgent evaluation if:
- ✓ Tongue ulcers persist beyond 2 weeks
- ✓ Pain, bleeding, or difficulty moving the tongue
- ✓ You notice unexplained weight loss or neck swelling
High-risk individuals from Warangal, Nalgonda, and Khammam can access Ajuda's fast-track screening and counselling.
Our Diagnostic Approach
1️⃣ ENT Oncology Assessment Evaluate lesion, mobility, and nodal involvement.
2️⃣ Biopsy & Histology Confirm malignancy promptly with frozen section if needed.
3️⃣ Imaging MRI and PET-CT determine depth, spread, and metastasis.
4️⃣ Tumor Board Planning Multidisciplinary team designs personalised surgery and adjuvant plan.
Treatment Pathways
Partial or hemi-glossectomy, neck dissection, microsurgical reconstruction, adjuvant therapy, and comprehensive rehab ensure survival with quality of life.
What to Expect: Your Care Journey
- Week 0: Diagnosis, imaging, tumour board.
- Week 2: Surgery with reconstruction and ICU monitoring.
- Week 3-4: Speech and swallow therapy begins; dietary progression.
- Week 6-12: Radiation/chemotherapy if indicated; continued rehab.
- Months 3-12: Surveillance visits, speech refinement, lifestyle support.
Technology & Innovation
Microvascular surgical suites, frozen section pathology, and advanced imaging ensure precision. Speech labs use biofeedback to refine articulation.
Preventing Complications
Early treatment prevents metastasis, airway compromise, and severe weight loss. Nutritionists, dental oncology, and counsellors mitigate therapy side effects.
Why Ajuda for Tongue Cancer Care?
👨⚕️ Specialist Surgeons
Head-neck oncologists with microsurgical expertise.
🗣️ Speech Rehab
Therapists support articulation from day 3 post-op.
🌱 Survivorship
Lifestyle coaching and counselling for long-term health.
Take the First Step
Early action saves lives. Call 9010550550 to schedule a tongue tumor evaluation at Ajuda Hospitals.