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sometimes requires removal of the larynx or part of it. Cancer anywhere in the throat affects speech. Depending on the size of the growth, a person may have trouble moving the mouth and lips. Therefore, speech sounds and eating will be affected.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 13y agoThe symptoms of laryngeal cancer depend on the location of the tumor. Tumors on the vocal cords are rarely painful, but cause hoarseness. Anyone who is continually hoarse for more than two weeks or who has a cough that does not go away.
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What has the author Philip C Doyle written?
Philip C. Doyle has written: 'Foundations of voice and speech rehabilitation following laryngeal cancer' -- subject(s): Alaryngeal Speech, Cancer, Laryngeal Neoplasms, Larynx, Methods, Patients, Rehabilitation, Speech therapy, Speech, Alaryngeal, Voice disorders
How common is laryngeal cancer?
American Cancer Society estimates that, in 2003, about 9,500 people in the United States will be found to have laryngeal cancer.
Can Laryngeal cancer be prevented?
By far, the most effective way to prevent laryngeal cancer is not to smoke. Smokers who quit smoking also significantly decrease their risk of developing the disease. Other ways to prevent laryngeal cancer include limiting the use of alcohol.
How can laryngeal cancer be prevented?
By far, the most effective way to prevent laryngeal cancer is not to smoke. Smokers who quit smoking also significantly decrease their risk of developing the disease. Other ways to prevent laryngeal cancer include limiting the use of alcohol.
What are the parts of human speech mechanism?
Broken down into three parts: laryngeal, super laryngeal and respiratory system.
How is laryngeal cancer diagnosed?
On the first visit to a doctor for symptoms that suggest laryngeal cancer, the doctor first takes a complete medical history, including family history of cancer and lifestyle information about smoking and alcohol use.
What are the causes of laryngeal cancer?
The development of dysplasia is strongly linked to life-long habits of smoking and heavy use of alcohol. The more a person smokes, the greater the risk of developing laryngeal cancer.
What is affected by head and neck cancers?
Head and neck cancers involve the respiratory tract and the digestive tract; and they interfere with the functions of eating and breathing. Laryngeal cancers affect speech.
What are speech disorder treatments for laryngeal cancer?
Depending on when the cancer is first detected, and depending on the size.the entire larynx may not need to be removed. Radiation, chemotherapy, or partial removal can be done in lieu of complete removal. In these cases, the voice may be preserved.
How is laryngeal cancer prevented?
Persons should not engage in smoking or drug abuse to decrease the risk of oral cancer.
What population numbers in the US get laryngeal cancer?
About 12,000 new cases of cancer of the larynx develop in the United States each year. Each year, about 3,900 die of the disease. Laryngeal cancer is between four and five times more common in men than in women.
Does Legionnaire's Disease affect the respiratory system and or laryngeal structures?
Yes.
