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Head & Neck Cancer

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HEAD AND NECK CANCER TREATMENT

VS Hospitals provides the best head and neck cancer treatment in Chennai. With modern therapies, most head and neck cancers are diagnosed at an early stage and treated with utmost care.

Head and neck cancers start in any part of the head or neck area, including the nose, mouth and throat, larynx, sinuses (spaces in the bones of the face), salivary glands and middle ear.
They usually begin in the squamous cells(carcinoma) that line the moist, mucosal surfaces inside the head and neck areas.
They are more common in men than women aged 40 years and above.

6th

Head and neck cancer are the 6th most common cancer

57.5%

India constitutes for about 57.5% cases of head and neck cancers

60%

60% consume smokeless tobacco

Signs and symptoms

Head and Neck Cancer most common symptom is the swelling or a persistent sore throat that does not heal
Lump or mass in the head or neck region
Persistent nasal obstruction or congestion
Unusual nasal bleeding or discharge resulting in respiratory or breathing problems
Difficulty in chewing and swallowing
Pain or trouble in moving the jaw or tongue
Double vision and ear pain or infection
Numbness or dysfunction or in the head or neck area
Phlegm or blood in the saliva discharged into the mouth from respiratory passage
Hoarseness
Fatigue
Dentures that no longer fit

RISK FACTORS

Poor nutrition
Poor oral and dental hygiene
Prolonged sun exposure
Human papillomavirus (HPV)
Environmental or occupational inhalants
Laryngopharyngeal reflux disease (LPRD)
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
Weakened immune system

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As our valued patient, you are at the center of everything we do – and that will never change.

24/7 Care

Open every day from 8 – 8, with no appointments necessary. Just walk in at a time that works best for you.

Timely Care

We know how busy life can be. That’s why most patients are in and out in less than an hour.

DIET AND NUTRITION

Cruciferous vegetables and leafy vegetables like cauliflower, cabbage, etc may increase carcinogen metabolism, induce apoptosis, and reduce the risk of developing a primary head and neck tumour.

PREVENTION

Stopping using tobacco products
Avoid marijuana or alcohol
Maintaining proper care of dentures

VS Hospitals | Head and Neck Cancer symptoms

We Have Created Our Care Practice Specially To Fit Your Needs

Head and neck cancers start in any part of the head or neck area, including the nose, mouth and throat, larynx, sinuses (spaces in the bones of the face), salivary glands and middle ear. They usually begin in the squamous cells(carcinoma) that line the moist, mucosal surfaces inside the head and neck areas.

VS Hospitals is the Best cancer hospital in Chennai, offering the advanced and affordable cancer treatment with leading Oncologists Surgeons and world-class infrastructure. With 50 Years of Legacy in Healthcare, VS Hospitals, Best cancer hospital in Chennai, has treated the highest number of cancer patients (in PVT. hospital). Super-Speciality – Tertiary Care – Center for Advanced Surgeries – International Medical Tourism @Kilpauk, Chennai.

DIAGNOSIS

Physical examination/blood and urine tests
Endoscopy
Biopsy
Molecular testing of the tumour
X-ray/barium swallow
Panoramic radiograph
Ultrasound
Computed tomography (CT or CAT) scan
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
Bone scan
PET-CT or Positron emission tomography (PET)scan

KEY SERVICES

Surgeries
Radiation therapies
Chemotherapy
Immunotherapies
Targeted therapies

KEY FACILITIES

Cutting edge operation theatres equipped to perform all the major and minor oncologic surgeries.
Full-fledged surgical intensive care unit to handle oncological emergencies as well as post-operative patients
Administration of Chemotherapy by trained nurses
Specialized day care unit for short duration surgical procedures and chemotherapies.
Diagnostic radiology services including CT scan, Mammogram, Ultrasound and guided procedures.
Dedicated tumour board with a team of medical/surgical/radiation oncologists for better patient care.

We provide Our best Head and Neck Cancer Treatment in Chennai

According to a recent medical survey, head and neck cancer is a complex disease where more than 85% of the people get this disease due to the usage of tobacco and more than 75 % of the people get affected due to the combination of using tobacco and alcohol. We help you get the various therapies to help you recover by providing you with the best head and neck cancer treatment in Chennai. If you get any irresistible pain in your ear, nose or throat contact us so that our medical experts and trained staff will assist you in providing the best head and neck cancer treatment in Chennai.