ENT - Adult head and neck cancer Flashcards by Michael Gedestad

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Q

who has a higher rate of laryngeal cancer - black or whites?

A

black

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Q

what are the occupational risks for head and neck cancer?

A

woodworking
leather manufacturing
nickel refining
textile industry
radium dial painting

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Q

what is the pathogenesis of squamous tumor development?

A

often arise in an irritated and inflamed area
undergo progression from premalignancy
associated with immune unresponsiveness

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Q

what do you do for red patches that do not go away?

A

REMOVAL (20-30% develop into cancer)

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what are the signs of head and neck cancer?

A

non healing ulcer
bleeding
loose tooth
loose dentures
difficulty speaking
dysphagia
unexplained pain and weight loss

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non healing ulcer
bleeding
loose tooth
loose dentures
difficulty speaking
dysphagia
unexplained pain and weight loss

A

head and neck cancer

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Q

ear pain
painful / dysphagia
muffled voice
difficulty opening mouth
weight loss
lujmp in neck

A

throat cancer

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