from the case of social media The information was shared. Found a child.boyAn 18-year-old Chinese national who has never had a history of smoking. But there was tinnitus and nasal congestion. Many of the clinics he went to said were normal colds. But when the examination is repeated The doctor diagnosed him as “nasal cancer” which from the data nasopharyngeal cancer It is more common in Asian people. and almost only cancer in Asians related to heredity But the main risk factor will come from eating habits and smoking. However, the early symptoms of nasopharyngeal cancer are unclear. Most people think “Easy nosebleed” is actually a symptom. “Congestion on one side of the nose” more than
“nasal cancer” will occur behind the nasal cavity The nasal cavity will look like a wide cavity. on the back of the nose It is the passage of air to the neck wall. This position will allow some substances to pass through easily, such as cigarette smoke, various toxic fumes, or substances that are caused by combustion and may not burn properly. Resulting in irritation in such areas easily. The initial symptoms are flu-like, often with a cough, sore throat and runny nose, which is often misunderstood.
Symptoms of nasopharyngeal cancer
The most common symptoms that are common are nasal congestion or a runny nose on one side. Even if it’s not a cold or allergic Symptoms persist for a long time. And getting worse and worse, with the first symptoms of tinnitus on one side. numbness in some areas of the face and a lump on the nape of the neck under the earlobe This part is called the upper outer throat. sometimes there is a nosebleed; andone-sided nasal congestion or sometimes seeing double images All of the above is the first symptom ofnasopharyngeal cancer different from the common cold If you have these symptoms In addition to a cough, sore throat and runny nose, seek immediate medical attention. especially in people with more swelling more nosebleeds Increased tinnitus, ear pain, and middle ear infections.
Other symptoms of nasopharyngeal cancer
- Runny nose or discharge from the back of the nose into the throat
- There is a hard lump on the face. the roof of the mouth or inside the nose
- Headache and pain in the nasal cavity
- Pain or feeling of ringing in one ear
- Pain above the eyes or under the eyes
- His eyes were so wet that tears flowed down his cheeks.
- one eye is bulging
- Numbness, pain and swelling in the face especially the upper cheeks
- Having trouble opening your mouth
- upper teeth rocking or numbness or the fit of wearing dentures is different from the original
- The manner of speaking has changed from the original.
- swollen lymph nodes
- loss of hearing or smell
Causes of nasopharyngeal cancer
Nasopharyngeal cancer is caused by abnormalities in cells in the nasal cavity and nasal airways. or has changed But it is not yet confirmed that
What is the cause of nasopharyngeal cancer? There are several risk factors for nasopharyngeal cancer, such as exposure to or inhaling chemicals that can cause cells to develop into cancer. The following risk factors have been documented to be associated with the disease:
- wood dust or sawdust
- leather dust
- cigarette
- isopropyl alcohol
- nickel compound
Nasopharyngeal cancer can be caused by other possible risk factors, such as:
- formaldehyde
- chromium
- textile dust
Nasopharyngeal cancer treatment
Surgery : Nasopharyngeal cancer surgery Can do both open surgery and endoscopic surgery This is usually done in cases where the tumor is in its early stages and has not yet spread. Your doctor may use surgery to reduce pain. or symptoms by removing the tumor that scrubs the nasal cavity and the air cavity of the nose out This includes removing surrounding normal tissue in some cases.
Radiation Therapy : It is a treatment that uses high-energy radiation to kill cancer cells. shrinking the tumor before surgery or destroy any minor tumors that may remain following surgery.
chemotherapy (Chemotherapy) : It is used to reduce the risk of cancer returning following surgery by shrinking or slowing the growth of the tumor.
Nasopharyngeal cancer prevention
Most nasopharyngeal cancer patients are unaware of their risk factors. Therefore, at present, it is not possible to prevent all nasopharyngeal cancer. The primary prevention method is Try to avoid being close to such risk factors, e.g. avoiding smoking. However, if working in high-risk locations such as the furniture industry or wooden cabinets or other workplaces where exposure to or inhalation of the aforementioned risk factors Even today, many workplaces are starting to have more safety measures. Patients should find ways to protect themselves. reduce the likelihood of exposure or inhale these dangers as much as possible
Source: ettoday
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