Blog tagged as Head & neck cancer

Dysplasia means precancer cell changes—not cancer. Learn mild vs severe dysplasia, cancer risk, biopsy tests, treatment options, and follow-up for cervix/mouth/colon.

Learn when a feeding tube (NG/PEG) is needed during head & neck radiotherapy, benefits, care tips, and when to seek urgent help—patient-friendly guide.

Learn major head & neck cancer risk factors—tobacco (smoke/chew), supari/gutkha, alcohol, HPV—plus warning signs and prevention tips.

OSMF causes burning mouth and reduced mouth opening, often from supari/gutkha/pan masala. Learn stages, cancer risk, diagnosis, and treatment options.

Leukoplakia is a persistent white patch in the mouth. Learn causes (tobacco/supari), cancer risk, when biopsy is needed, and treatment options.

Understand HPV and cancer risk—cervical and throat cancers, Pap/HPV screening, vaccination, myths vs facts, and when to see a doctor.

Understand PET-CT vs CT vs MRI—what each scan shows, when it’s used in cancer care, preparation tips, and how doctors choose the right test.

Simple guide to head & neck radiotherapy: planning, mask, sessions, side effects, self-care, and when to call the doctor.