5 Throat Cancer Signs & Symptoms to Learn Before Treatment (First Pictures)

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5 Throat Cancer Signs & Symptoms to Learn Before Treatment (First Pictures)

Most people think of throat cancer as a tumor (mass) in the neck. While it is a sign or symptom (गला कैंसर के लक्षण)of throat cancer, there may be other signs too like lymph nodes. Cancer is a rare disease where abnormal cells multiply and divide in the body uncontrollably. Abnormal cell growth refers to malignant growth and can even cause gum cancer.

Every 1 out of 10 estimated people diagnosed with some head, neck, or throat cancer. The sign of throat cancer or oral cancer is like other conditions like allergies, sinus, and cold infection. We advise a patient to undergo a complete diagnosis of throat cancer. This is because throat cancer is most treatable if detected early.

What is Throat Cancer?(गले के कैंसर की पहचान)

Throat cancer is a cancerous tumor in the throat, tonsils,  or voice box. As the cancer of the throat spreads, it may expand to nearby tissues. Throat cancer is commonly known as head and neck cancer. The problem shares a few features with mouth cancer (or oropharyngeal cancer). Throat cancer treatment is possible depending on the level of the condition. The throat includes three parts that can develop cancer, termed as different types of throat cancer. You can also search that how does throat cancer look like and will find neck cancer images or throat cancer images there.

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Image: Throat Cancer Symptoms or गले का कैंसर लक्छण

What are the common types of Throat Cancer?

Common types of throat cancer to identify are:

Laryngeal Cancer

Laryngeal cancer is caused in the larynx (or voice box) from where it can spread to the back of the tongue. The treatment for laryngeal cancer depends on its exact location and the extent of disease including therapies like radiation.

Hypopharyngeal Cancer

Hypopharyngeal cancer (or pharynx cancer) is caused in the lower part of the throat. The symptoms for hypopharyngeal throat cancer are different from others. Hypopharyngeal cancer treatment includes chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and surgery.

Oropharyngeal Cancer

Oropharyngeal throat cancer is caused in the upper part of the pharynx. Individuals dealing with oropharyngeal cancer may experience lumps on the mouth, lip, mouth, throat, or cheeks.

Squamous cell carcinoma

The squamous cell carcinoma throat cancer affects the flat cells in the throat lining. It is the most common type of throat cancer that develops in the squamous cells.

Glottic Cancer

Glottic throat cancer is a malignancy of the larynx (or vocal cords) often appear with early signs of hoarseness. It is the most common type of laryngeal cancer. Subglottic cancer is caused in the lower portion of the voice cord which is a rarer malignancies condition.

What is the potential cause of throat cancer?

Throat cancer causes when throat cells develop genetic mutations. Perhaps, the mutation causes cells to grow uncountably affective healthy cells to die. The accumulation of mutation of cells in the throat forms a tumor. Although, the causes of mutation is non-identify where ENT doctors may determine the risk factor. Factors causing throat cancer risk include:

  • Chewing tobacco or smoking
  • Excessive use of alcohol
  • Sexually transmitted HPV or Human Papillomavirus
  • Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
  • Lack of nutrition
  • Poor dental hygiene
  • Genetic or DNA syndrome
  • Exposure to asbestos

Throat cancer occurs when cells in your throat develop genetic mutations. These mutations cause cells to grow uncontrollably and continue living after healthy cells would normally die. The accumulating cells can form a tumor in your throat.

It’s not clear what causes the mutation that causes throat cancer. But doctors have identified factors that may increase your risk.

5 Essential Signs of Throat Cancer to Look For

गले में कैंसर होने के लक्षण

Detecting throat cancer at an early stage is difficult to identify. Many oral cancer symptoms(mouth cancer symptoms) like throat infection, sore throat, common cold, and hoarseness are confused with throat cancer. Read 5 common signs to identify if you have throat cancer.

You have a Neck Mass

Neck mass or lumps can have many causes. Tooth infections, strep throat, and goitres can also cause them. ENT specialist will diagnose the exact cause, provide a prescribed treatment.

Change of Voice Tone

Many people confuse throat cancer with hoarseness. There are several potential causes of hoarseness. They may or may not be cancerous. However, if you have a chronic voice problem, you must consider visiting an ENT doctor to have it examined.

Swallowing Difficulty

Difficulty to swallow is an inability to swallow foods or liquids. They call this Dysphagia. You may not confuse the symptoms with pain on swallowing, which is a usual sign of a throat infection. The symptoms gradually get worse affecting the patient’s diet when limiting the ability to eat foods.

Sore Throats

Sore throat is a severe condition and a common sign to throat cancer. They often cause it because of infection of bacteria. They can also cause pharyngitis, allergies, strep throat, or smoking. However, if you have a constant sore throat that doesn’t go away after treating then you should check for throat cancer.

Unexpected Weight Loss

If you have seen a change in weight with no modification in exercise or eating habits, it could be a sign of cancer. The symptoms are a cause of a condition that is not cancerous like infections, thyroid conditions, etc. Because several diseases can cause these signs, it is always important to consult an ENT doctor who can diagnose the exact cause.

When to seek an appointment with the doctor?

Book an appointment with an ENT doctor when you see the first signs of throat cancer. Most throat cancer’s first signs are visible and persistent. In fact, most of the throat cancer symptoms aren’t specific to cancer, nonetheless, ENT experts will investigate the throat cancer warning signs(गले का कैंसर का टेस्ट) and provide better guidance for mouth cancer prevention.

First signs of throat cancer pictures
First signs of throat cancer pictures, टॉन्सिल कैंसर तस्वीरें

Why Throat cancer treatment at Adventis ENT, Head Neck and Cochlear Implant Clinic?

Adventis – Advanced Ear, Nose, and Throat ENT clinic offers comprehensive and therapeutic treatment for throat cancer in India.  The throat cancer treatment combines a multi-disciplinary approach to involve advanced surgical technology and radiation oncology. Moreover, we specialise in the treatment of types of throat cancer. गले की जांच कैसे होती है

We at Adventis ENT Clinics value compassionate and individual care. You can visit our ENT Clinic to receive the world-class care you deserve and best oral cancer treatment. If you experience any of the above signs of throat cancer, please schedule an appointment with us today.

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