Abstract
Head-and-neck cancer is a term used generally to explain malignancies located in the oral and nasal cavities. Hypopharyngeal, laryngeal, nasopharyngeal, Oral and oropharyngeal, paranasal sinus, salivary gland and nasal cavity cancer are common types of HNCs. This paper describes laryngeal cancer, which is one type of HNC, in terms of facts and figures, causes and symptoms, diagnosis and treatment. The salient facts include: 1100 cases of laryngeal cancer are reported annually, accounting for 25% of HNCs; Laryngeal cancer is associated with smoking and the risk is increased through alcohol consumption; Diagnosis is done through mirror exam or physical exam; symptoms ...
