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In general, most people diagnosed with nasopharyngeal cancer (NPC) either notice a lump or mass in the neck that leads them to seek medical attention, and they can either
be nontender or painful. The lumps may be on both sides of the neck towards the back
of the neck. The cancer is caused by spreading to the lymph nodes in the neck and making them swell. The symptoms of NPC include (ACS, 2022):
Hearing loss, ringing in the ear, pain, or feeling of fullness in the ear, especially on one side only
Ear infections that keep coming back
Nasal blockage or stuffiness
Nosebleeds
Headaches
Facial pain or numbness
Trouble opening your mouth
Blurred or double vision
Trouble breathing or talking
Please pay close attention to children because they are prone to ear infections, which are less common in adults. Suppose the patient develops an infection in one ear and has not had an ear infection. In that case, referring to a specialist to examine the nasopharynx is essential, especially if the patient does not have an upper respiratory tract infection, such as a cold or an ear infection in the past. Although
there are many signs and symptoms of NPC, they are more often caused by other illnesses and less severe diseases. Nevertheless, suppose the patient has any of these problems. In that case, it is vital to refer to the appropriate specialist ENT immediately so it can be diagnosed and adequately treated to prevent the spread of cancer (ACS, 2022).
Reference:
American Cancer Society (ACS). (2022).
Signs and Symptoms of Nasopharyngeal Cancer.
https://www.cancer.org/cancer/types/nasopharyngeal-cancer/
detection-diagnosis-staging/signs-and-symptoms.html
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