Throat Cancer Symptoms

THROAT CANCER

DESCRIPTION

Throat cancer includes cancer of the nasopharynx, the oropharynx and the hypopharynx. Cancer of the larynx is also included as a type of throat cancer.

Symptoms –

Cough

Voice change

Difficulty swallowing

Ear pain

Lump

Sore throat

Weight loss

Risk factors –

Tobacco use

Alcohol use

Viral infections

Fruits and vegetables lacked diet

Gastroesophageal reflux disease

Exposure to toxic substance

Diagnosis and test –

Endoscopy

Laryngoscopy

Imaging test

Treatment –

Radiation therapy

Surgery

Chemotherapy

Targeted drug therapy

Immunotherapy