Men are two to three times more likely to develop head and neck cancer than women. These cancers are more common in people over 50 years of age.

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2. According to the National Cancer Institute, Head and
neck Cancer, including oral cancer, accounts for about
4% of all cancers in the United States. It is estimated
that by 2021, 65,630 people are expected to be
diagnosed with head and neck cancer
Head and neck cancer may develop in the mouth,
throat, nose, salivary glands, and other areas of the head
and neck. Best Head & Neck Cancer Doctor in DelhiNCR
Head and neck tumors and treatment-related side
effects may impair the patient’s ability to eat, swallow,
and breathe.

3. Smoking is the biggest risk of developing head and neck
cancer. Secondhand smoke may also increase the risk.
Chewing tobacco is associated with oral cancer.
Approximately 85% of head and neck diagnoses are related to
tobacco use. The mixed-use of tobacco and alcohol accounts
for at least 75% of head and neck cancers.
People infected with human papillomavirus (HPV) have a
higher risk of certain throat and oral cancers. In recent years,
HPV has been on the rise, especially among people in their
40s and 50s.
In addition to HPV infection and smoking and drinking, risk
factors for head and neck cancer include:

4. Men are two to three times more likely to
develop head and neck cancer than women.
These cancers are more common in people over
50 years of age.
Types of head & neck cancer
Most head and neck cancers are squamous cell
carcinomas, which form in the mucous
membranes of the mouth, nose, and throat.
These squamous cell carcinomas can spread to
other parts of the body, including the lymph
nodes and lungs.

5. 1. Laryngeal cancer, a type of laryngeal cancer that affects the larynx
(sometimes called a voice box)
2. Nasopharyngeal cancer, which occurs in the back of the
nasopharynx, in the upper part of the throat behind the nose
3. Hypopharyngeal cancer, which occurs in the hypopharynx, the
lower part of the throat (sometimes called the esophagus)
4. Cancer of the nasal cavity and paranasal sinuses, which form at
the back of the nose
5. Salivary gland cancer, found in the salivary glands near the
jawbone
6. Oral cancer, which starts in the mouth
7. Oropharyngeal cancer, which occurs in the back of the
oropharynx, in the back of the pharynx
8. Tonsil cancer

6. The symptoms of head and neck cancer depend on where the cancer
occurs and how it spreads.
For example, a tumor in the throat or pharynx may appear as a lump in
the throat. Cancer cells in the mouth may cause mouth ulcers or
swelling of the jaw.
Some common symptoms of head & neck cancer include:
1. A lump in the nose, neck, or throat, with or without pain
2. Persistent sore throat
3.Dysphagia (dysphagia)
4. Unexplainable weight loss
5. Cough often
6. Voice changes or hoarseness
7. Earache or hearing impairment
8. Headache
9. Red or white patches in the mouth
10. Unexplained bad breath

7. 1.CTCA® cancer experts use the following tools
and procedures to diagnose head and neck
cancer:
2.Indirect laryngoscopy and laryngoscopy
3.Endoscopy
4.Endoscopy
5.X-ray
6.Barium swallow, also known as the upper Gi
series
7.CT scan
8.NMR
9.PET scan

8. Treatment options for this type of cancer patient
may include:
Head and Neck Surgery
Immunotherapy
Targeted therapyChemotherapy
Radiation Therapy

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