The most prevalent cancer in India, accounting for one-third of all cancer cases, is head and neck cancer. According to the Indian Council of Medical Research, between 0.2 million and 0.25 million new cases of head and neck cancer are identified each year (ICMR).
There are many potential locations for head and neck cancers, including the mouth, throat, larynx (voice box), salivary glands, sinuses, muscles, and nerves. Squamous cell carcinomas are malignancies that develop in the squamous cells of the mucosal lining of the head and neck (mouth, throat, and voicebox). Squamous cell carcinomas are more prevalent than other types of head and neck cancer.
The causes of head and neck cancer include:
Depending on a number of variables, including the location of the tumour, the stage of the cancer, the patient’s age, and other medical issues, doctors may recommend a treatment strategy. Typical therapies include:
Combined Modality Approach: Combining therapies like induction therapy and subsequent radiotherapy, concurrent chemotherapy and radiotherapy, etc., gives better results than single treatment procedures. These also help in reducing the side effects and in improving organ health.
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Following any treatment approach, quality of life can be compromised. The following are a few adverse reactions to previous treatments:
Modern radiation methods and tools can aid in minimising side effects and improving quality of life. These methods concentrate more on the tumour and expose healthy cells to fewer dosages. The following methods contribute to a higher quality of life by lowering side effects and enhancing tumour control.
Modern cancer treatments aim to not only remove the tumours but also enhance survivors’ quality of life. Additionally, it aims to lessen side effects caused during the treatment.
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