Are Lymph Node Tumors Cancerous? Understanding Risks and Treatments
The presence of a tumor in the lymph nodes may indicate cancer, but it is not definitive on its own. Lymph node tumors can be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous). Further evaluation, including imaging studies and possibly a biopsy, is necessary to determine the nature...
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Please visit the otolaryngology clinic immediately for an examination to determine if there is head and neck cancer.[Read More] Are Lymph Node Tumors Cancerous? Understanding Risks and Treatments
Understanding Tonsils and Lymph Nodes: Concerns and Treatment Options
Tonsils and lymph nodes? Hello Dr. Yang: I am asking a question on behalf of my sister. Recently, she has developed painful lumps on both sides of her neck, just below the area behind her ears. After visiting Mackay Memorial Hospital, the doctor said that it was due to respirator...
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Head and neck infections can cause swelling of the cervical lymph nodes, often accompanied by tenderness. If the lymphadenopathy is caused by a malignant tumor, it is typically painless, firm, and does not regress with antibiotic treatment. Based on your description, it is likely...[Read More] Understanding Tonsils and Lymph Nodes: Concerns and Treatment Options
Understanding the Effectiveness of Radiation Therapy for Hypopharyngeal Cancer
Hypopharyngeal cancer How effective is radiation therapy for oropharyngeal cancer? What is the survival rate? Recently, there have been reports in the Liberty Times about new medical devices or drugs that can treat tumors in the head and neck region, as well as other areas, menti...
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Early-stage hypopharyngeal cancer is primarily treated with radiation therapy, which has a cure rate of up to 90%. Surgical resection can lead to significant loss of speech function. In cases where the disease is more advanced or the tumor is larger, concurrent chemotherapy durin...[Read More] Understanding the Effectiveness of Radiation Therapy for Hypopharyngeal Cancer
Understanding the Efficacy of Radiation Therapy for Hypopharyngeal Cancer
Hypopharyngeal cancer The efficacy of radiation therapy for oropharyngeal cancer is generally considered to be significant, particularly for localized cases. The overall survival rate can vary based on several factors, including the stage of the cancer at diagnosis, the patient&#...
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Early-stage hypopharyngeal cancer is primarily treated with radiation therapy, which has a cure rate of up to 90%. Surgical resection can lead to significant loss of speech function. In cases where the disease is more advanced or the tumor is larger, concurrent chemotherapy durin...[Read More] Understanding the Efficacy of Radiation Therapy for Hypopharyngeal Cancer
Understanding Lymph Node Issues: When to Worry About Swelling and Pain
Lymph node issues? Hello, Doctor: Two years ago, I had two lymph nodes swell on the right side of my neck, and there was slight swelling behind both earlobes, accompanied by mild discomfort. They gradually subsided, but the original lymph nodes remain. Later, a doctor diagnosed t...
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A small number of individuals may experience lymphadenopathy due to a cold or viral/bacterial infection. The distinction between infectious lymphadenopathy and malignant lymphadenopathy is as follows: Infectious lymphadenopathy typically presents with pronounced redness, swelling...[Read More] Understanding Lymph Node Issues: When to Worry About Swelling and Pain
Understanding Tumors: Insights on Growths and Health Concerns
Protrusion Hello Dr. Yang, 1. I have recently discovered a protrusion approximately 3 cm in diameter located centrally below the sternum (at the junction of the ribs on both sides). This has been present for over six months. For the past ten years, I have occasionally experience...
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The concern you raised seems to be about the possibility of a malignant tumor; however, based on your description, the lump does not appear to be malignant. The lump in the right groin may be related to a tinea infection, and since your brother is also experiencing a similar lump...[Read More] Understanding Tumors: Insights on Growths and Health Concerns