Understanding Lymph Node Issues After Oral Cancer Surgery
Lymph Node Medical Issues Hello, doctor. In March of this year, I underwent surgery for early-stage oral cancer on my right cheek. Post-surgery, there were no significant issues. However, in August, I started experiencing unexplained night sweats and fever. In September, my right...
Dr. Fan Sheng Reply:
A-Bao: Is a CT scan out-of-pocket? I suggest consulting the National Health Insurance Administration. For lymphatic issues, I recommend directly excising one for testing. Thank you![Read More] Understanding Lymph Node Issues After Oral Cancer Surgery
Is This Oral Cancer? Understanding Symptoms and Self-Examination
Is this oral cancer? Hello Doctor: (1) I have a small bump on the inside of my right cheek. My mom looked at it and said it is very small and almost difficult to see. She mentioned that it is the same pink color as normal tissue, with a "bump" on top that looks like a w...
Dr. Lai Yicheng Reply:
Hello: The initial clinical manifestations of oral cancer may present as leukoplakia (including erythroleukoplakia), erythroplakia, irregular cauliflower-like protruding masses, wart-like masses, or ulcerative lesions. However, their common characteristic is that the lesions do n...[Read More] Is This Oral Cancer? Understanding Symptoms and Self-Examination
Dealing with Oral Cancer Recurrence: Expert Advice and Support
What to do if oral cancer recurs? Hello Doctor: I was diagnosed with oral cancer in June of last year. At that time, I noticed a pus-filled bump on the outside of my left cheek, which later ruptured and discharged pus with a foul odor. Additionally, there were white spots appeari...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Mr. Lin, how are you doing? I believe your current situation may be quite challenging, but aging, illness, and death are processes that everyone must go through. If you can relax and take it one day at a time, it could be a gain, and perhaps you will feel more comfortable! Regard...[Read More] Dealing with Oral Cancer Recurrence: Expert Advice and Support
Understanding Cancer Screening: Essential Tests and Their Effectiveness
How to know if you have cancer? I have the following questions for the doctor: 1. My mother is 75 years old and has been taking medication for hypertension and degenerative arthritis for a long time. I personally paid for cancer screening tests including liver AFP, colon CEA, o...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Hello: 1. Cancer screening blood tests are primarily designed for monitoring patients who have already been diagnosed with cancer, with the hope of early detection of recurrence. However, their significance for individuals who have never had cancer may not be as impactful, alth...[Read More] Understanding Cancer Screening: Essential Tests and Their Effectiveness
Effective Treatment Options for Esophageal and Lymphoma Cancer
How should esophageal cancer and lymphoma be treated? Hello! My father underwent oral cancer cell resection surgery in April this year. In July, it was discovered that the cancer cells had spread to the lymph nodes and esophagus. What type of treatment would be most suitable for ...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Hello: 1. I cannot provide a definitive answer without knowing your father's age and overall health status. 2. The preferred treatment should be surgery combined with radiation therapy and chemotherapy. 3. The survival rate must be inferred based on the actual extent of spre...[Read More] Effective Treatment Options for Esophageal and Lymphoma Cancer
Post-Surgery Rehabilitation for Oral Cancer: Managing Complications and Nutrition
Rehabilitation after Oral Cancer Surgery Dear Dr. Chen, My father is fifty-nine years old. Last July, he underwent surgery for stage II tongue cancer, followed by thirty sessions of radiation therapy a little over a month after the surgery. Unfortunately, during a PET scan this ...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Hello: 1. Accept the reality: Currently, bone necrosis requires hyperbaric oxygen therapy. There is no need to worry about the possibility of recurrence in the future, as excessive concern can create stress for the entire family. 2. Nutritional care: Consider a liquid diet, high-...[Read More] Post-Surgery Rehabilitation for Oral Cancer: Managing Complications and Nutrition
Recovery Timeline for Oral Cancer Radiation Side Effects
How long does it take for the side effects of radiation therapy for oral cancer to improve? Hello, my uncle is undergoing radiation therapy and chemotherapy for oral cancer, and he is experiencing many side effects: 1. Fibrosis around the surgical site in the neck 2. Oral mucosal...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Hello: 1. The side effects of radiation therapy will only improve 2 to 4 weeks after the treatment has concluded. 2. The pharmacokinetics of chemotherapy drugs must be determined based on the specific drug type; without knowing the drug name, one can only speculate that for weekl...[Read More] Recovery Timeline for Oral Cancer Radiation Side Effects
Understanding Osteoradionecrosis: Complications After Oral Cancer Treatment
Radiation-induced osteonecrosis 1. Is the surgical debridement performed due to osteoradionecrosis after oral cancer surgery considered a treatment for cancer or a complication following cancer radiotherapy? ( ) Treatment for cancer (X) Complication following cancer radiotherapy ...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Hello: 1. Regarding complications after cancer radiotherapy. 2. Due to impaired local blood circulation following radiation therapy, some bone necrosis may occur, which can be treated with hyperbaric oxygen therapy. If that is not effective, surgical debridement will be necessary...[Read More] Understanding Osteoradionecrosis: Complications After Oral Cancer Treatment
Understanding Oral Cancer: Treatment Options and Recovery Insights
Could you please clarify your request? Hello, I read several articles about "oral cancer" today. What confuses me is that over 80% of cases are attributed to so-called "bad habits" (like chewing betel nut), while the remaining 20% are related to hygiene issues...
Dr. Fan Sheng Reply:
Ms. Weng: Tongue cancer can be life-threatening, and the survival rate refers to the proportion of patients who survive. An 80% one-year survival rate means that after one year, 80% of the patients are still alive. If your father’s tongue cancer has already metastasized to the ly...[Read More] Understanding Oral Cancer: Treatment Options and Recovery Insights
Understanding Oral Cancer Treatment: Survival Rates and Options Explained
The efficacy of treatment for oral cancer? Hello, a friend's father has just been diagnosed with oral cancer, and I would like to ask a few questions. 1. Is oral cancer, nasopharyngeal cancer, head and neck cancer, and laryngeal cancer merely a matter of location, or are t...
Dr. Lin Zongzhe Reply:
Hello: 1. Apart from the differences in location, the optimal combination of treatment methods for these types of cancer also varies. 2. The purpose of combining radiation therapy and chemotherapy is "organ preservation," which aims to avoid impacting voice and eating f...[Read More] Understanding Oral Cancer Treatment: Survival Rates and Options Explained