Oral cancer can manifest in various types, including:
Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC): The most common type, originating from squamous cells lining the oral cavity.
Verrucous Carcinoma: A rare, slow-growing type often appearing as warty growths in the mouth.
Mucoepidermoid Carcinoma: Involving both mucus-producing cells and squamous cells, often in salivary glands.
Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma: Affecting salivary glands, characterized by slow growth and potential invasiveness.
Adenocarcinoma: Arising from salivary glands or glandular tissues in the mouth.
Lymphoma: Rarely affecting the oral cavity, involving lymphoid tissues.
Melanoma: Developing on the skin of the lips, associated with sun exposure.