Cancer Treatment Center

  W ith an estimated 1.5 million new cases diagnosed each year , h ead and neck cancer is one of the most common cancers in the world . It is also one of the deadliest, with an overall five-year survival rate of only around 50%.   Head and neck cancer refers to a group of cancers that occur in the head and neck region, including the oral cavity, pharynx, larynx, sinuses, and salivary glands.     What can Cause H ead and N eck Ca ncer     There are many possible causes of head and neck cancers, but the underlying cause is usually not known. Head and neck cancer can develop from a number of different sources , including:   Tobacco smoke   Epstein-Barr virus (EBV)   HPV infections   Exposure to sun or radiation   History of tonsillectomy or adenoidectomy (removal of tonsils or Adenoids)   Certain genetic mutations     Symptoms of H ead and N eck C ancer   There are many symptoms associated with head and neck c...

  Cancer is one of the leading causes of death in India. According to a report by the National Centre for Disease Informatics and Research (NCDIR), cancer cases in India have increased over the past decade. This disease has an immense social and economic impact on patients and their families. Cancer treatment is expensive and often requires long periods of hospitalization. In addition, many patients cannot continue working while receiving treatment, which can lead to financial hardship. Unfortunately, most cancer cases in India are diagnosed late, when treatment is less likely to be effective. This is due to a lack of awareness about early detection and diagnosis. There is also a lack of access to quality cancer care in rural areas.      The current state of cancer care in India   Cancer care in India is currently inadequate to meet the growing demand, with only a fraction of patients able to access quality treatment.   Treatment for cancer in India is also ofte...