
Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck SurgeryOtorhinolaryngology
Nasopharyngeal tonsil cancer
Nasopharyngeal tonsil cancer
Disease overview
Tonsil cancer is a malignant tumor originating from the tonsillar fossa on both sides of the oropharynx, predominantly affecting men over 40 years old.
Early stages may be asymptomatic or present with...
Detailed description
Tonsil cancer is a malignant tumor originating from the tonsillar fossa on both sides of the oropharynx, predominantly affecting men over 40 years old.
Early stages may be asymptomatic or present with atypical symptoms such as pharyngeal discomfort and sore throat. As the tumor progresses, symptoms like dysphagia and dyspnea may appear.
Disease information
Disease name
Nasopharyngeal tonsil cancer
English name
Nasopharyngeal tonsil cancer
Category
Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Subcategory
Otorhinolaryngology
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Otorhinolaryngology
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