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Head and Neck Cancer (nasopharynx (lymphadenopathy in neck (often dx by LN…
Head and Neck Cancer
nasopharynx
lymphadenopathy in neck (often dx by LN biopsy)
trismus
pain
otitis media
nasal regurgitation due to paresis
CN palsies
throat
strong ass w HPV
persistent sore throat
odynophagia/dysphagia
WL
voice changes
lump
larynx
strong ass w smoking
hoarseness of voice
neck lump
sore throat/something stuck in throat
stridor
bad breath
mouth
chewing tobacco
persistent red/white patches
non-healing ulcers
progressive swelling/enlargement
75% due to tobacco or alc
other RF incl HPV, EBV, >40 and radiation exposure
90% SCC
Rx
radiotherapy +/- chemo
surgery: neck dissection, laryngectomy