When cancer cells form in the larynx tissues, the medical condition is known as carcinoma larynx. Most cancer cells are formed in the thin and flat squamous cells that line the inside of the larynx. T..
When cancer cells form in the larynx tissues, the medical condition is known as carcinoma larynx. Most cancer cells are formed in the thin and flat squamous cells that line the inside of the larynx. This type of cancer comes under the category of head and neck cancer. Carcinoma larynx is treatable, but the effectiveness of the treatment is based upon several factors. The stage of the cancer is the most important factor to consider, along with the exact location and the size of the cancer tumour. A person’s general health, age, and certain bodily parameters also determine the effectiveness of the treatment.
Certain signs and symptoms hint towards carcinoma Larynx, but these may also be a result of some other medical conditions. However, the common symptoms of carcinoma Larynx include:
- A persistent sore throat and cough.
- Discomfort or pain in swallowing.
- Lump in the throat or neck area.
- Hoarse voice.
- Pain in the ear, which is a rare symptom.
Some causes of carcinoma larynx are:
- Family history.
- Age factor (40 and above).
- Weak immune system.
- Sexually transmitted disease (HPV)
- Smoking and alcohol consumption.
Some common risks of carcinoma larynx are:
- Airway obstruction.
- Spreading of cancer.
- Difficulty in eating.
- Loss of voice.
- Disfigurement.
Following are some methods that can help to prevent carcinoma larynx:
- Avoid smoking.
- Reduce alcohol intake.
- Sexual hygiene.
- Healthy lifestyle.
- Reduced tobacco intake.
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