Dr Suneel Kaushik Komanduri, Consultant Surgical Oncologist, at Balco Medical Centre in Raipur, Chhattisgarh, speaks to us about the symptoms for head and neck cancer.
What are head and neck cancers? What causes these?
Head and neck cancers arise from the moist pink lining which forms the inner layer of the oral cavity, larynx, pharynx, nose, and the paranasal sinuses which we call as mucosa.
Tobacco is the most important risk factor contributing to head and neck cancers. This includes the smoking of tobacco in the form of cigarettes, cigars or beedis, or in smokeless forms like chewing tobacco, zarda, khaini, etc. Chewing of paan and betel quid also increases the risk of cancer.
How can I check if I have head and neck cancer?
Those at high risk of developing oral cancer, especially those who have a long history of tobacco abuse and a long history of paan chewing, must check their mouth, tongue, teeth, and gums for any usual appearances on a regular basis. They can also undergo a physical examination by a dentist or a general physician. Any non-healing ulcers, loose and painful teeth, bad breath, or neck swellings on either side of the neck can be symptoms of head and neck cancer and should be checked-up.
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