Dr Hilary Jones - Advice, Information & Help

When someone suspects they have a problem, in other words, symptoms they are worried about, burying your head in the sand is not the answer. Especially when it comes to cancer. Being aware of the telltale symptoms and signs is actually very important and can undoubtedly help save your life. Knowing about the most important suspicious signs of head and neck cancer is vital in spotting a problem early and obtaining urgent investigations and treatment. Modern treatments are increasingly successful in achieving a cure and more and more the types of treatment are more effective, less invasive and much more cosmetically acceptable.

These days its amazing what can be achieved. If patients themselves are knowledgeable and spot symptoms quickly, we can between us prevent disfigurement and save more lives.

What is Cancer?

Cancer occurs when part of your body grows in an uncontrollable way and damages other healthy parts. One group of abnormal cells grows and multiplies in a disorderly way having escaped from the normal control mechanisms which orchestrate their behaviour.

Suspicious Symptoms

1. Overview 2. Hoarseness 3. Ulcers 4. Swellings 5. Red or white patches inside the mouth 6. Difficulty or pain on swallowing 7. Loosening of the teeth 8. Other symptoms

How Cancer Spreads

As these abnormal cancer cells grow, and produce an enlarging lump, they can also invade other neighbouring normal areas by breaking down the barriers which keep the bodys cells in order. Cancer can grow locally forming a lump, but sometimes it can also spread to more distant areas through drainage channels called the lymphatic system, and through the blood.

Lets 'Get A-Head', Not Bury our Heads...

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