Head, Neck & Oral Cancer

Head, Neck & Oral Cancer: Coping Skills

A diagnosis of cancer can be extremely challenging. Remember that no matter what your concerns or prognosis, you’re not alone. Here are some strategies and resources that may make dealing with cancer easier: Know what to expect. Find out everything you can about your cancer – the type, stage, your treatment options and their side [...]

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Head, Neck & Oral Cancer: Diagnosis

To find the cause of symptoms, a doctor evaluates a person’s medical history, performs a physical examination, and orders diagnostic tests. The exams and tests conducted may vary depending on the symptoms. Examination of a sample of tissue under the microscope is always necessary to confirm a diagnosis of cancer. Physical examination may include visual [...]

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Head, Neck & Oral Cancer: Causes

Use of tobacco is the most important risk factor for head, neck and oral cancers.  About 90% of people who develop these cancers use some form of tobacco.  People who use smokeless or chewing tobacco are at even higher risk of cancers of the check and inner surface of the lips. Excessive alcohol consumption can [...]

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Head, Neck & Oral Cancer: Symptoms

Symptoms of several head and neck cancer sites include a lump or sore that does not heal, a sore throat that does not go away, dificulty swallowing, and a change or hoarseness in the voice.  Other symptoms may include the following:  Oral cavity: Sore in your mouth that doesn’t heal or increases in size Persistent [...]

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Oral & Throat Cancer: Prevention

Tobacco and alcohol are by far the most important risk factors for oral and throat cancer. You can greatly reduce your risk by not smoking and limiting the amount of alcohol you drink. Other steps you can take to help prevent oral and throat cancer or its progression include: Use well-fitting dentures. If you wear [...]

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Vitamin C Linked to Lower Mouth Cancer Risk

Increased intake of vitamin C from the diet, but not supplements, may slash the risk of mouth cancer by 48 per cent, says a epidemiological study. According to British charity the Mouth Cancer Foundation, oral cancers have a higher proportion of deaths per number of cases than breast, skin, or cervical cancer, with a mortality [...]

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