Head & Neck Cancer
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Cancer Treatment Centers of America (CTCA) is devoted to offering patients the best possible care for head and neck cancer. We have been helping people with cancer for over 20 years, and are leaders in the field of cancer treatment. Helping people with cancer is all we do, and we strive to offer the most innovative techniques and therapies to treat not only the physical condition, but the emotional and spiritual needs as well. CTCA encourages our patients to be involved in making the decisions that affect their personalized care plan. Give us a call at 800-615-3055, or chat online with an Oncology Information Specialist today and learn more about the conventional and alternative head and neck cancer treatment options available today.
Neck Cancer: Symptoms & Types
There are several different types of cancer that can be referred to as neck cancer. One of these would be laryngeal cancer, which is cancer of the larynx. This form of cancer can develop in any portion of the larynx including the glottis, which is where the vocal chords are located, the supraglottis, above the vocal chords and the subglottis, below the vocal chords. Some of the symptoms of laryngeal cancer include sore throat, ear pain, trouble swallowing and hoarseness in the voice. These can also be caused by a number of other things, if you are concerned that you or a loved one may have neck cancer symptoms you should consult a doctor for further consultation.
The pharynx is a hollow tube that starts behind the nose and goes down the neck until it ends at the top of the trachea. Commonly called the throat, the pharynx allows food and air to pass to the trachea and the esophagus. Signs of pharyngeal cancer can include a change in voice, a lump in the throat, ear pain and a persistent sore throat. While neck cancer symptoms can be caused by a number of things and do not necessary mean you have pharyngeal cancer, if you or a loved one show these or similar symptoms, you should consult with a doctor.
The esophagus is a hollow tube of muscle and connective tissue that allows food and liquid passage from the pharynx to the stomach. Esophageal cancer is the presence of malignant cells within the esophagus. Specific neck cancer symptoms commonly associated with this particular type include, but are not limited to, difficulty swallowing, weight loss, pain behind the breastbone, indigestion, heartburn and hoarseness. While there could be any number of causes for these particular symptoms, it is advised that you consult with a doctor if you have suspicion that you might be showing neck cancer symptoms. If you would like to speak with an Oncology Information Specialist today, you can call Cancer Treatment Centers of America at 800-615-3055 or chat live online now.
Head & Neck Cancer Treatment Options
There are a number of conventional treatment methods that can be utilized for head and neck cancers. When it is feasible, surgery is commonly used to remove cancer and to repair function. Radiation therapies can also be used in the treatment of these types of cancer. High-Dose Rate (HDR) brachytherapy can be useful in delivering the radiation to the affected areas precisely while sparing more of the surrounding organs and tissues. Another method which allows for precise delivery is Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT). Utilizing a computer program, this method allows for the exact size, shape and position of tumors to determine a precise dose to be delivered to the area. Another conventional therapy that can be an effective treatment is chemotherapy. Fractioned dose chemotherapy allows a smaller dose to be administered over the course of several days, which can greatly reduce unpleasant side effects. To learn more about all the conventional head and neck cancer treatments available, contact Cancer Treatment Centers of America for a consultation.
In addition to these conventional treatments, CTCA incorporates a number of different complementary and alternative medicines into our patient care plans. As a Cancer Treatment Centers of America patient, you will have your emotional, psychological and spiritual needs addressed in addition to your physical needs. With head and neck cancer, additional treatment options may include naturopathic medicine, nutritional therapy, mind-body medicine, image enhancement and spiritual support to enrich your overall treatment plan. Your treatment team will include not only speak with an oncologist specializing in conventional medicine, but with experienced practitioners of complementary and alternative medicines as well. Request an appointment today and see the difference our approach could make to your journey with head and neck cancer treatment.
Complete Neck Cancer Care
At CTCA, we understand that head and neck cancer does not affect the body alone. We strive to treat the entire person and not just the disease. Combining conventional treatments with complementary and alternative medicines allows us to address the emotional and spiritual needs of a patient as well as their physical needs. Contact CTCA today and learn the difference our approach can have as you fight neck cancer.
