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Doctordle #155
A mouth sore that does not heal
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This archived Doctordle case was published on 2026-09-02. It presents "A mouth sore that does not heal" as a Medium Cancer puzzle. The final answer is Oral Cancer.
Answer
Oral Cancer
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Topic pages verified on 2026-07-11
Information summarized from MedlinePlus.gov. MedlinePlus does not endorse Doctordle.
Six clues
Clue 1
A 63-year-old has a sore on the tongue that has not healed for weeks.
Clue 2
A white or red patch is also present in this fictional case.
Clue 3
Chewing and swallowing have become uncomfortable.
Clue 4
Tobacco and heavy alcohol use are risk clues.
Clue 5
The affected area includes the lips, tongue, or lining of the mouth.
Clue 6
The answer is cancer of the oral cavity.
Plain-language explanation
Oral cancer can affect the lips, tongue, gums, and other parts of the mouth. A persistent sore, lump, or red or white patch can be a warning sign.
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