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  Head and Neck cancer refers to a group of cancers of the mouth, sinuses, nose or throat.  The symptoms usually appear in the mouth, sinuses, noses or throat and includes an unhealed sore or lump, persistent sore throat, trouble in swallowing and changes in voice.  Pain is common in the ear, along with enlarging of neck lymph nodes, hoarseness or mouth ulcer. Head and neck cancer can cause differing degrees of structural deformities and functional handicaps, depending on the site, size, and patterns of the spread, hence compromising well-being and self-esteem.  Types of Head & Neck Cancer Oropharyngeal Cancer:   In this type, cancerous cells are found in tissues of the oropharynx- the middle part of the throat. This includes the soft palate/back of the mouth, the base of the tongue and the tonsils. Hypopharyngeal Cancer:   The cancerous cells are found in the tissues of the hypopharynx, the bottom part of the throat, also known as the pharynx Laryngeal...

  Solitary rectal ulcer syndrome is a condition that occurs when one or more open sores (ulcers) develop in the rectum. The rectum is a muscular tube connected to the end of your colon. Stool passes through the rectum on its way out of the body. Solitary rectal ulcer syndrome may improve with simple lifestyle strategies, such as changing your diet and drinking more fluids. In severe cases, however, surgery may be needed. Signs and symptoms of solitary rectal ulcer syndrome include: Constipation Rectal bleeding Straining during bowel movements Pain or a feeling of fullness in your pelvis A feeling of incomplete passing of stool Passing mucus from your rectum Fecal incontinence Rectal pain However, some people with solitary rectal ulcer syndrome may experience no symptoms. When to see a doctor Consult with your doctor if you notice any signs or symptoms that seem out of the normal for you.. Several other conditions may cause signs and symptoms similar to those of solitary rectal ulc...

  Angiography or arteriography is a medical imaging technique used to visualize the inside, or lumen, of blood vessels and organs of the body, with a particular interest in the arteries, veins, and heart chambers. It is a type of X-ray used to check blood vessels as blood vessels may not show clearly on a normal x-ray, so a special dye is injected into your blood. This causes your blood vessels to be highlighted, allowing your doctor to observe better. Angiography is used to check the health of your blood vessels and how blood flows through them. A coronary angiogram is a procedure that uses X-ray imaging to see your heart's blood vessels. The test is generally done to see if there's a restriction in blood flow going to the heart. Coronary angiograms are part of a general group of procedures known as heart (cardiac) catheterizations. Why is it done? Symptoms of coronary artery disease, such as chest pain (angina) Pain in your chest, jaw, neck, or arm that can't be explain...

  Most mesothelioma cases are brought on by asbestos exposure. A collection of minerals known as asbestos naturally occurs in rocks and soil where it forms long, thin, extremely strong fibres. Fibers made of asbestos neither vaporise nor dissolve in water. They are resistant to heat and fire and difficult for chemicals or bacteria to break down. Prior to scientists becoming aware of its health risks, asbestos was utilised in a variety of 20th-century consumer goods, automotive components, and building materials. Although there are no longer any asbestos mines in the United States, some goods still use imported asbestos. Some ancient homes and buildings still have it. SYMPTOMS Under your ribs, in your chest, pain. Coughing. Respiration difficulty. Your chest has a few lumps under the skin. Tiredness. Loss of weight you can't explain. An enlarged abdomen. An abdominal pain. Nausea CAUSES Having asbestos exposure at work. Residing with a person who uses asbestos. Being a resident or e...

Hematolymphoid growths address a threatening partner of cancers that are regularly analyzed in the head and neck. When determining a differential diagnosis for a mass of the oral or oropharyngeal mucosa, cervical lymph nodes, and jaws, these tumors represent a very diverse group of neoplasms. The aforementioned malignancies include T-lymphoproliferative disorder, extranodal natural killer and T-cell lymphoma, extraosseous plasmacytoma, diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, classic Hodgkin lymphoma, nodular lymphocyte predominant Hodgkin lymphoma, mantle cell lymphoma, T-lymphoblastic leukemia and lymphoma, extranodal marginal (MALT) A myeloproliferative and lymphoproliferative disease is one that affects all of the tissues because they are all connected to one another through the immune and circulatory systems. In contrast to solid tumors, chromosoma; These diseases are frequently brought on by translocations. In most cases, it results in a different method of diagnosing and treating hematolo...

  “Palliative surgery is surgical intervention targeted to make a patient’s symptoms less severe, thus making the patient’s quality of life better despite negligible impact on the patient’s survival. Palliative surgery focuses on supplying the greatest benefit to the patient using the least invasive intervention“  [Source: wikipedia] The objective of Palliative surgery is to ease secondary effects brought about by cancer. It can work on your personal satisfaction assuming you have progressed malignant growth. Examples are operations that can: Relieve nerve pain or pressure Remove a block in the digestive system or other area Stop bleeding Put in a feeding tube or port for medication Prevent broken bones Dr. Suvro Ganguly is one of the best Surgeons in Kolkata in the Department of Oncosurgery with special interest in Coloproctology. He joined Apollo Gleneagles Hospital in December 2018 and is practicing as a Surgeon in the Department of Oncosurgery with special interest in Co...

  A cell growth that begins in the thyroid is called Thyroid cancer . A butterfly-shaped gland called the thyroid can be found near the base of the neck, just below the Adam's apple. The thyroid makes hormones that control body temperature, weight, blood pressure, heart rate, and blood flow. Initially, thyroid cancer may not show any signs. However, as it develops, it may show symptoms like neck enlargement, voice changes, and trouble swallowing. There are various varieties of thyroid cancer. Even while some varieties can be quite aggressive, the majority develop slowly. Treatment is often effective in curing thyroid malignancies. The incidence of thyroid cancer appears to be rising. SYMPTOMS Early in the disease, most thyroid cancers don't show any signs or symptoms. As thyroid cancer spreads, it could result in: A nodule (lump) on your neck that can be felt through the skin The impression that tightly fitting shirt collars are becoming overly restrictive Alterations to your v...