What are the symptoms of Pharyngeal Tumor?

Symptoms of Pharyngeal Tumor are: (1) Swollen lymph nodes, usually small swellings at the neck, armpits, groin and behind the ears. (2) Difficulty swallowing food or water. (3) Feeling breathless. (4) Painless ulcers in the mouth. (5) Sore throat. (6) Mouth pain. (7) Previous or active smoker. (8) Hoarse voice. (9) Drink alcohol regularly. (10) Slurred speech

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What is Pharyngeal Tumor?

Pharyngeal tumor is another name for a tumor in the throat. These can be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous). Common symptoms include difficulty swallowing and persistent sore threat. Diagnosis is made via biopsy of an abnormality seen on visual exam or on scans.

Typical Symptoms of Pharyngeal Tumor

Swollen lymph nodes, usually small swellings at the neck, armpits, groin and behind the ears
Difficulty swallowing food or water
Feeling breathless
Painless ulcers in the mouth
Sore throat
Mouth pain
Previous or active smoker
Hoarse voice

Doctor's Diagnostic Questionson Pharyngeal Tumor

Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this disease:

Are your lymph nodes swollen and enlarged?
Is swallowing difficult for you (e.g. with food or water)?
Are you having difficulty breathing?
Do you have painless redness or ulcers in your mouth?
Is your throat sore?

Treatmentof Pharyngeal Tumor

After a biopsy confirms the diagnosis of a cancer, scans are ordered to determine the extent of the tumor and whether it has spread to lump nodes or elsewhere. The treatment plan is then developed which may include surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, immunotherapy or a combination of these.

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