Cancerous and Non-Cancerous Growths in a Cat's Mouth

Oral Masses (Malignant and Benign) in Cats
 
An oral mass refers to a growth in a cat's mouth or surrounding head region. While not all growths (masses) are cancerous, oral tumors can become malignant and fatal if they are not treated early and aggressively. Oral tumors can be found in the cat's lips, tongue, gums and lymph regions surrounding the mouth. The disease is treatable and has a high success rate when the tumor is discovered and treated early.
 
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