Head and Neck Cutaneous Cancer: An Issue of Otolaryngologic Clinics of North America

Head and neck cutaneous cancer is a major public health concern, with over 5 million new cases diagnosed each year worldwide. The majority of these cancers are squamous cell carcinomas (SCCs),which arise from the skin cells that line the oral cavity, pharynx, and larynx. SCCs can be aggressive and invasive, and they can often lead to disfigurement and death.

Head and Neck Cutaneous Cancer, An Issue of Otolaryngologic Clinics of North America (The Clinics: Surgery)

by Jennifer Bohnet

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The risk factors for head and neck cutaneous cancer include:

• Tobacco use
• Alcohol consumption
• Ultraviolet radiation exposure
• Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection
• Immunosuppression

The symptoms of head and neck cutaneous cancer can include:

• A lump or swelling on the skin
• A sore that does not heal
• A change in the color or texture of the skin
• Bleeding or discharge from the sore
• Pain or tenderness

If you have any of these symptoms, it is important to see your doctor right away. Early diagnosis and treatment of head and neck cutaneous cancer is essential for improving the chances of survival.

The treatment for head and neck cutaneous cancer depends on the stage of the cancer, the location of the cancer, and the patient's overall health. Treatment options may include surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and immunotherapy.

The prognosis for head and neck cutaneous cancer depends on the stage of the cancer at the time of diagnosis. The 5-year survival rate for patients with stage I head and neck cutaneous cancer is over 90%. The 5-year survival rate for patients with stage IV head and neck cutaneous cancer is less than 50%.

Head and neck cutaneous cancer is a serious disease, but it is important to remember that it is curable if it is diagnosed and treated early. If you have any of the symptoms of head and neck cutaneous cancer, it is important to see your doctor right away.

References

1. American Cancer Society. What is Head and Neck Cancer? Accessed June 20, 2023.
2. National Cancer Institute. Head and Neck Cancer. Accessed June 20, 2023.
3. World Health Organization. Cancer Screening. Accessed June 20, 2023.

Head and Neck Cutaneous Cancer, An Issue of Otolaryngologic Clinics of North America (The Clinics: Surgery)

by Jennifer Bohnet

4.3 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	48570 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Print length	:	233 pages
X-Ray for textbooks	:	Enabled

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