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Nasal tumors: Variety, Signs and Symptoms

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A nasal tumor is a kind of swelling that appears in a person’s nasal cavity. It is important to note that not all types of tumors are cancer. The nasal tumors usually appear in different parts of the nose such as the nerves, the blood vessels, nasal lining, or even the cartilage. The most common type of the nasal tumors grows slowly in a person’s nose without invading into any particular nasal structures. read more

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The link between gum disease and cancer

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Taking care of your teeth by maintaining good oral hygiene, routine visits to your dentist and reading useful information on dental health at DrHornsbyDental and other dental websites may not only be saving your smile but also your dear life. Recent studies have shown that there is a possibility that a common form of gum disease may also lead to head and neck cancer. It was discovered that people with advanced gum disease(periodontitis) are often diagnosed with head and neck disease. This is because when you have periodontitis, there is a progressive loss of bones and the soft tissue surrounding the teeth and this was associated with a more than three times higher risk of cancer of the head and neck. read more

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The Stages of Head and Neck cancer

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A group of cancers that can affect any area of the body higher than your shoulders has it’s very own, and complex way of staging. Head and neck cancer staging consist out of three factors. The exact location of the cancer is assessed at first, followed by how extensive it is. The third and final step is to determine just how much it has spread. Do not wait for the final stage to arrive before getting yourself checked. Email or phone a specialist as soon as possible to book an appointment. read more