Side effects that occurred in the treatment of Head and Neck Cancer

Surgery for head and neck cancer often changes the patient's ability to chew, swallow, or talk. Patients may look different after surgery, and facial and neck may be swollen. This swelling usually disappears within a few weeks. However, if the lymph nodes removed, the flow of lymph in areas where they have been removed may be slower and may collect in the lymph tissue, causing additional swelling; swelling can persist for a long time.

Treatment of Head and Neck Cancer 2

Operation

In most cases, the surgeon removes the tumor and some surrounding tissue. Removing nearby tissue can help prevent tumors from growing back. The surgeon may also remove some nearby lymph nodes.

Treatment of Head and Neck Cancer 1

Many people with cancer want to take an active part in making decisions about their medical care. It is natural to want to learn all you can about your disease and treatment options. However, shock and stress after the diagnosis can make it difficult to think of everything that you want to ask the doctor. Often helps to create a list of questions before an appointment.

General Information About Cancer oropharyngeal (Types of Head and Neck Cancer 8)

Oropharyngeal cancer is a malignant disease (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the oropharynx.

The oropharynx is the middle of the pharynx (throat) behind the mouth, and includes the back third of the tongue, soft palate, the side walls and back of the throat, and tonsils. Pharynx is a hollow tube about 5 inches long that starts behind the nose and ends at the top of the trachea (windpipe) and esophagus (the tube that runs from the throat to the stomach). Water and food through the pharynx on the way to the trachea or esophagus.

General Information About Paranasal Sinus and nasal cavity cancer (Types of Head and Neck Cancer 7)

Paranasal sinus and nasal cavity cancer is a malignant disease (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the nasal cavity and paranasal sinuses.

Paranasal sinuses

"Paranasal" means near the nose. The paranasal sinuses are hollow, air-filled spaces in the bones around the nose. Sinus lined with cells that make mucus, which keeps the inside of the nose becomes dry during breathing.

General Information About Salivary Gland Cancer (Types of Head and Neck Cancer 6)

Salivary gland cancer is a rare disease which malignant (cancer) cells form in the salivary gland tissue.

The salivary glands make saliva and release it into the mouth. Saliva has enzymes that help digest food and antibodies that help protect against mouth and throat infections. There are three pairs of major salivary glands:

• Parotid glands: These are the largest salivary glands and found in front of and just below each ear. The majority of salivary gland tumors begin in the gland.

General Information About Nasopharyngeal Cancer (Types of Head and Neck Cancer 5)

Nasopharyngeal cancer is a malignant disease (cancer) cells form in the nasopharyngeal tissues.

The nasopharynx is the upper part of the pharynx (throat) behind the nose. Pharynx is a hollow tube about 5 inches long that starts behind the nose and ends at the top of the trachea (windpipe) and esophagus (the tube that runs from the throat to the stomach). Water and food through the pharynx on the way to the trachea or esophagus. The nostrils lead into the nasopharynx. An opening on each side of the nasopharynx leads into the ear. Nasopharyngeal cancer most commonly begins in the squamous cells that line the nasopharynx.

Types of Head and Neck Cancer (4) General Information About Metastatic Squamous Neck Cancer with Occult Primary

Metastatic squamous neck cancer with occult primary is a disease in which squamous cell cancer spreads to lymph nodes in the neck and not known where the cancer first formed in the body.

Squamous cells are thin, flat cells found in tissues that form the surface layer of the skin and body cavities like the mouth, hollow organs like the uterus and blood vessels, and lining the respiratory (breathing) and digestive tract. Some organs with squamous cells are the esophagus, lung, kidney, and uterus. Cancer can begin in the squamous cells anywhere in the body and metastasize (spread) through the blood or lymph system to other parts of the body.

Types of Neck and head Cancer (3) General Information About Lip and oral cavity cancer

Lip and oral cavity cancer is a malignant disease (cancer) cells form in the lip or mouth.
The oral cavity includes:

• Two-thirds of the tongue forward.
• The gingiva (gums).
• The buccal mucosa (inner layer of the cheek).
• The floor (bottom) of the mouth under the tongue.
• The hard palate (roof of mouth).
• The retromolar trigone (the small area behind the wisdom teeth).

Types of Neck and head Cancer (2) General Information About Cancer of the larynx

Laryngeal cancer is a malignant disease (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the larynx.
The larynx (voice box) located just below the pharynx (throat) in the neck. The larynx contains the vocal cords, which vibrate and make sound when air is directed against them. Sound echoes through the pharynx, mouth and nose to make one's voice.

Types of Neck and head Cancer (1) - General Information About Hypopharyngeal Cancer

Hypopharyngeal cancer is a malignant disease (cancer) cells form in the tissues hypopharynx.
The hypopharynx is the bottom of the pharynx (throat). Pharynx is a hollow tube about 5 inches long that starts behind the nose, down the neck, and ends at the top of the trachea (windpipe) and esophagus (the tube that runs from the throat to the stomach). Water and food through the pharynx on the way to the trachea or esophagus.

Signs and symptoms of head and neck cancer

The signs and symptoms of head and neck cancer may include a lump or wound that does not heal, a sore throat that does not go away, difficulty swallowing, and change or hoarseness in the voice. These symptoms may also be caused by other, less serious conditions. Important to check with your doctor or dentist about any of these symptoms.

Familiar with head and neck cancer?

Cancers that are known collectively as the head and neck cancer usually begins in squamous cells that line, moist mucosal surfaces in the head and neck (eg, in the mouth, nose, and throat). This cancer is often referred to as squamous cell carcinoma of head and neck squamous cell. Head and neck cancer can also start in the salivary glands, but relatively rare salivary gland cancer. Salivary glands contain various cell types that can become cancerous, so there are various types of salivary gland cancer.