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• #1 Tonsil Cancer – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/books/NBK537238/

  Tonsil cancer is the most common form of oropharyngeal malignancy, and its incidence is sharply rising due to the increasing prevalence of human papillomavirus (HPV)-induced cancers. […] Tonsil cancer can be managed by both surgical and oncologic approaches, although the optimal treatment regimen remains an area of ongoing research. […] This activity reviews the evaluation and management of tonsil cancer and highlights the role of interprofessional team members in collaborating to provide well-coordinated care and enhance outcomes for affected patients. […] Patients require a full ear, nose, and throat examination by an experienced otolaryngologist, including palpation of the neck for cervical lymphadenopathy and close inspection of the oropharynx. […] Management of tonsil cancer requires an interprofessional approach. […] Otolaryngologists and oncologists will ultimately manage the disease with a specialist interest in head and neck cancer; however, support is required from speech and language therapists, nurse specialists, and dietician teams to manage the resultant swallowing, emotional, and nutritional issues.

• #2 Tonsil Cancer | Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

  https://www.mskcc.org/cancer-care/types/throat/types-throat/tonsil

  Tonsil cancer is a form of oropharyngeal cancer that occurs when the cells that make up the tonsils grow out of control and form lesions or tumors. […] Most tonsil cancer forms in the palatine tonsils. But cancer can also develop in the lingual tonsils and the pharyngeal tonsils. […] Tonsil cancer is becoming increasingly common in the United States. It is often caused by past infection with the human papillomavirus (HPV). The good news about HPV-positive tonsil cancer is that the prognosis is often very good. […] The most common symptom of tonsil cancer is an enlarged tonsil. If both tonsils are swollen or enlarged, the problem is less likely to be tonsil cancer, but you should still speak with your doctor about your condition. […] Other tonsil cancer symptoms include: hoarseness, a lump in the neck or throat, a persistent sore throat, difficulty swallowing, ear or jaw pain.

• #3

  https://www.aurorahealthcare.org/services/cancer/head-neck-cancer/tonsil-cancer

  Tonsil cancer can affect any of the three types of tonsils, but it most often happens in the palatine tonsils. […] Tonsil cancer treatment depends upon whether or not it is diagnosed at an early or advanced stage. Depending on the stage, the cancer may require a combination of treatments. Treatment options for tonsil carcinoma include radiation therapy, chemotherapy and robotic surgery. […] Your Aurora care team, including head and neck cancer specialists, will tailor a treatment plan for your unique needs.

• #4

  https://journals.lww.com/nursing/fulltext/2016/07000/tonsillar_cancer__what_nurses_need_to_know.11.aspx

  GENERAL PURPOSE: To provide information about the diagnosis and treatment of tonsillar cancer. […] LEARNING OBJECTIVES: After completing this continuing-education activity, you should be able to: 1. Explain the causes of tonsillar cancer, its risk factors, and signs and symptoms. 2. Compare the diagnostic studies and the treatments available for tonsillar cancer. 3. Identify potential adverse outcomes of treatment and their interventions. […] The first sign of tonsillar cancer a patient may notice is an enlarged lymph node in the neck. […] Diagnosis of tonsillar cancer is confirmed with a biopsy. […] The mainstay of treatment for tonsillar cancer is radical tonsillectomy. […] Postop pain is often caused by branches of the bigeminal and pharyngeal nerves affected during surgery. […] After surgery, patients can anticipate being discharged from the hospital on a full liquid diet with nutritional supplements. […] Which of the following is an acute complication of radiation therapy? mouth sores. […] […] […] Which of the following is an EGFR-targeting monoclonal antibody? cetuximab.

• #5 Tonsil Cancer: Symptoms, Signs & Causes

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/21931-tonsil-cancer

  Tonsil cancer treatments include surgery, chemotherapy and radiation therapy. […] Healthcare providers can successfully treat tonsil cancer if they detect it before it spreads. […] Treatment depends on the size and location of the tumor and whether it has spread to other parts of your body. Possible treatments for tonsil cancer include surgery, radiation therapy and chemotherapy. […] Your otolaryngologist may do surgery to remove small tumors or affected lymph nodes. […] You may receive radiation therapy or chemotherapy as an alternative to surgery or after surgery for tonsil cancer. […] Side effects and complications will be different depending on the treatment type. […] You may not be able to prevent tonsil cancer, but you can reduce your risk with these precautions: Don’t smoke or use tobacco products of any kind.

• #6 Tonsil Cancer – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/books/NBK537238/

  Tonsil cancer is the most common form of oropharyngeal malignancy, and its incidence is sharply rising due to the increasing prevalence of human papillomavirus (HPV)-induced cancers. […] Tonsil cancer can be managed by both surgical and oncologic approaches, although the optimal treatment regimen remains an area of ongoing research. […] This activity reviews the evaluation and management of tonsil cancer and highlights the role of interprofessional team members in collaborating to provide well-coordinated care and enhance outcomes for affected patients. […] Patients require a full ear, nose, and throat examination by an experienced otolaryngologist, including palpation of the neck for cervical lymphadenopathy and close inspection of the oropharynx. […] Management of tonsil cancer requires an interprofessional approach. […] Otolaryngologists and oncologists will ultimately manage the disease with a specialist interest in head and neck cancer; however, support is required from speech and language therapists, nurse specialists, and dietician teams to manage the resultant swallowing, emotional, and nutritional issues.

• #7 Tonsil cancer – Care at Mayo Clinic – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/tonsil-cancer/care-at-mayo-clinic/mac-20367949

  Mayo Clinic experts offer compassionate, comprehensive care to those with tonsil cancer. Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer brings together experts from many specialties to provide you with the best care for your cancer. […] At Mayo Clinic, care for people with tonsil cancer is directed by head and neck oncologic surgeons who specialize in head and neck cancers and who coordinate a multispecialty team. […] Your care team also might include experts in radiation oncology, medical oncology, plastic and reconstructive surgery, rehabilitation therapies, and other specialties as needed. […] People with tonsil cancer receive care in Mayo Clinic’s Head and Neck Cancer Center. […] Mayo Clinic doctors have access to the latest methods for diagnosing and treating tonsil cancer. […] Mayo Clinic doctors will work with you to review all of your treatment options and choose the treatment that best suits your needs and goals.

• #8 Tonsil Cancer | UCI Health | Orange County, CA

  https://ucihealth.org/medical-services/conditions/tonsil-cancer

  Tonsil cancer is a form of oropharyngeal cancer affecting the tonsils in the back of the throat, which are known as the palatine tonsils. […] Symptoms of throat cancer, including tonsil cancer, are often mistaken as cold or strep throat. The most common symptoms are a sore throat that doesnt go away, difficulty swallowing, or feeling a lump in your throat or neck. […] Our approach to everything we do is patient-focused. Our team of experienced, board-certified head and neck specialists find that this approach leads to the best results and greater patient satisfaction. […] Diagnosis begins with a thorough and accurate medical history obtained through discussion and interaction between you and your physician. This is followed by a physical examination. […] We are here for you from the moment you walk in our state of the art facility, to the moment you have fully recovered. We offer a wide variety of treatments for all types of oral cancers, including oral cancer.

• #9 Tonsil Cancer – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/books/NBK537238/

  Tonsil cancer is the most common form of oropharyngeal malignancy, and its incidence is sharply rising due to the increasing prevalence of human papillomavirus (HPV)-induced cancers. […] Tonsil cancer can be managed by both surgical and oncologic approaches, although the optimal treatment regimen remains an area of ongoing research. […] This activity reviews the evaluation and management of tonsil cancer and highlights the role of interprofessional team members in collaborating to provide well-coordinated care and enhance outcomes for affected patients. […] Patients require a full ear, nose, and throat examination by an experienced otolaryngologist, including palpation of the neck for cervical lymphadenopathy and close inspection of the oropharynx. […] Management of tonsil cancer requires an interprofessional approach. […] Otolaryngologists and oncologists will ultimately manage the disease with a specialist interest in head and neck cancer; however, support is required from speech and language therapists, nurse specialists, and dietician teams to manage the resultant swallowing, emotional, and nutritional issues.

• #10

  https://journals.lww.com/nursing/fulltext/2016/07000/tonsillar_cancer__what_nurses_need_to_know.11.aspx

  GENERAL PURPOSE: To provide information about the diagnosis and treatment of tonsillar cancer. […] LEARNING OBJECTIVES: After completing this continuing-education activity, you should be able to: 1. Explain the causes of tonsillar cancer, its risk factors, and signs and symptoms. 2. Compare the diagnostic studies and the treatments available for tonsillar cancer. 3. Identify potential adverse outcomes of treatment and their interventions. […] The first sign of tonsillar cancer a patient may notice is an enlarged lymph node in the neck. […] Diagnosis of tonsillar cancer is confirmed with a biopsy. […] The mainstay of treatment for tonsillar cancer is radical tonsillectomy. […] Postop pain is often caused by branches of the bigeminal and pharyngeal nerves affected during surgery. […] After surgery, patients can anticipate being discharged from the hospital on a full liquid diet with nutritional supplements. […] Which of the following is an acute complication of radiation therapy? mouth sores. […] […] […] Which of the following is an EGFR-targeting monoclonal antibody? cetuximab.

• #11 Tonsil Cancer: Symptoms, HPV and Other Causes & Treatment

  https://www.cancercenter.com/cancer-types/head-and-neck-cancer/types/tonsil-cancer

  Tonsil cancer is considered an oropharyngeal cancer. Its the most common oropharyngeal cancer, making up about 23 percent of mouth and throat cases, according to a 2021 study published in StatPearls Publishing. […] Getting the HPV vaccine, quitting smoking and reducing excessive drinking are all steps that may help decrease the risk of developing tonsil cancer. […] This article is focused primarily on squamous cell carcinomas of the tonsils. […] The symptoms of tonsil cancer include: Painless neck lump, Sore throat or persistent hoarseness, Ear or jaw pain, Swallowing pain or problems, Weight loss. […] To diagnose tonsil cancer, a specialist doctor called an otolaryngologist or a head and neck surgeon examines the patients head and neck, feeling with the hands, and inspects the throat using a small mirror. […] Tonsil cancer is treated with a combination of surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy and immunotherapy, depending on the patients diagnosed stage and HPV status. […] Patients diagnosed with tonsil cancer should ask their doctor about evidence-informed treatment options.

• #12 Tonsil Cancer | UCI Health | Orange County, CA

  https://ucihealth.org/medical-services/conditions/tonsil-cancer

  Tonsil cancer is a form of oropharyngeal cancer affecting the tonsils in the back of the throat, which are known as the palatine tonsils. […] Symptoms of throat cancer, including tonsil cancer, are often mistaken as cold or strep throat. The most common symptoms are a sore throat that doesnt go away, difficulty swallowing, or feeling a lump in your throat or neck. […] Our approach to everything we do is patient-focused. Our team of experienced, board-certified head and neck specialists find that this approach leads to the best results and greater patient satisfaction. […] Diagnosis begins with a thorough and accurate medical history obtained through discussion and interaction between you and your physician. This is followed by a physical examination. […] We are here for you from the moment you walk in our state of the art facility, to the moment you have fully recovered. We offer a wide variety of treatments for all types of oral cancers, including oral cancer.

• #13 Tonsil Cancer: Symptoms, HPV and Other Causes & Treatment

  https://www.cancercenter.com/cancer-types/head-and-neck-cancer/types/tonsil-cancer

  Tonsil cancer is considered an oropharyngeal cancer. Its the most common oropharyngeal cancer, making up about 23 percent of mouth and throat cases, according to a 2021 study published in StatPearls Publishing. […] Getting the HPV vaccine, quitting smoking and reducing excessive drinking are all steps that may help decrease the risk of developing tonsil cancer. […] This article is focused primarily on squamous cell carcinomas of the tonsils. […] The symptoms of tonsil cancer include: Painless neck lump, Sore throat or persistent hoarseness, Ear or jaw pain, Swallowing pain or problems, Weight loss. […] To diagnose tonsil cancer, a specialist doctor called an otolaryngologist or a head and neck surgeon examines the patients head and neck, feeling with the hands, and inspects the throat using a small mirror. […] Tonsil cancer is treated with a combination of surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy and immunotherapy, depending on the patients diagnosed stage and HPV status. […] Patients diagnosed with tonsil cancer should ask their doctor about evidence-informed treatment options.

• #14 Tonsil Cancer | Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

  https://www.mskcc.org/cancer-care/types/throat/types-throat/tonsil

  Tonsil cancer is a form of oropharyngeal cancer that occurs when the cells that make up the tonsils grow out of control and form lesions or tumors. […] Most tonsil cancer forms in the palatine tonsils. But cancer can also develop in the lingual tonsils and the pharyngeal tonsils. […] Tonsil cancer is becoming increasingly common in the United States. It is often caused by past infection with the human papillomavirus (HPV). The good news about HPV-positive tonsil cancer is that the prognosis is often very good. […] The most common symptom of tonsil cancer is an enlarged tonsil. If both tonsils are swollen or enlarged, the problem is less likely to be tonsil cancer, but you should still speak with your doctor about your condition. […] Other tonsil cancer symptoms include: hoarseness, a lump in the neck or throat, a persistent sore throat, difficulty swallowing, ear or jaw pain.

• #15 Tonsil Cancer | Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

  https://www.mskcc.org/cancer-care/types/throat/types-throat/tonsil

  Tonsil cancer is a form of oropharyngeal cancer that occurs when the cells that make up the tonsils grow out of control and form lesions or tumors. […] Most tonsil cancer forms in the palatine tonsils. But cancer can also develop in the lingual tonsils and the pharyngeal tonsils. […] Tonsil cancer is becoming increasingly common in the United States. It is often caused by past infection with the human papillomavirus (HPV). The good news about HPV-positive tonsil cancer is that the prognosis is often very good. […] The most common symptom of tonsil cancer is an enlarged tonsil. If both tonsils are swollen or enlarged, the problem is less likely to be tonsil cancer, but you should still speak with your doctor about your condition. […] Other tonsil cancer symptoms include: hoarseness, a lump in the neck or throat, a persistent sore throat, difficulty swallowing, ear or jaw pain.

• #16 Tonsil cancer – Care at Mayo Clinic – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/tonsil-cancer/care-at-mayo-clinic/mac-20367949

  Mayo Clinic experts offer compassionate, comprehensive care to those with tonsil cancer. Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer brings together experts from many specialties to provide you with the best care for your cancer. […] At Mayo Clinic, care for people with tonsil cancer is directed by head and neck oncologic surgeons who specialize in head and neck cancers and who coordinate a multispecialty team. […] Your care team also might include experts in radiation oncology, medical oncology, plastic and reconstructive surgery, rehabilitation therapies, and other specialties as needed. […] People with tonsil cancer receive care in Mayo Clinic’s Head and Neck Cancer Center. […] Mayo Clinic doctors have access to the latest methods for diagnosing and treating tonsil cancer. […] Mayo Clinic doctors will work with you to review all of your treatment options and choose the treatment that best suits your needs and goals.

• #17 Tonsil cancer – Care at Mayo Clinic – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/tonsil-cancer/care-at-mayo-clinic/mac-20367949

  Mayo Clinic experts offer compassionate, comprehensive care to those with tonsil cancer. Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer brings together experts from many specialties to provide you with the best care for your cancer. […] At Mayo Clinic, care for people with tonsil cancer is directed by head and neck oncologic surgeons who specialize in head and neck cancers and who coordinate a multispecialty team. […] Your care team also might include experts in radiation oncology, medical oncology, plastic and reconstructive surgery, rehabilitation therapies, and other specialties as needed. […] People with tonsil cancer receive care in Mayo Clinic’s Head and Neck Cancer Center. […] Mayo Clinic doctors have access to the latest methods for diagnosing and treating tonsil cancer. […] Mayo Clinic doctors will work with you to review all of your treatment options and choose the treatment that best suits your needs and goals.

• #18 Tonsil Cancer – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/books/NBK537238/

  Tonsil cancer is the most common form of oropharyngeal malignancy, and its incidence is sharply rising due to the increasing prevalence of human papillomavirus (HPV)-induced cancers. […] Tonsil cancer can be managed by both surgical and oncologic approaches, although the optimal treatment regimen remains an area of ongoing research. […] This activity reviews the evaluation and management of tonsil cancer and highlights the role of interprofessional team members in collaborating to provide well-coordinated care and enhance outcomes for affected patients. […] Patients require a full ear, nose, and throat examination by an experienced otolaryngologist, including palpation of the neck for cervical lymphadenopathy and close inspection of the oropharynx. […] Management of tonsil cancer requires an interprofessional approach. […] Otolaryngologists and oncologists will ultimately manage the disease with a specialist interest in head and neck cancer; however, support is required from speech and language therapists, nurse specialists, and dietician teams to manage the resultant swallowing, emotional, and nutritional issues.

• #19 Tonsil Cancer | Condition | UT Southwestern Medical Center

  https://utswmed.org/conditions-treatments/tonsil-cancer/

  At UT Southwestern Medical Center, our cancer teams are dedicated to providing exceptional care for people with head and neck cancer, including tonsil cancer. We provide comprehensive care from screening and diagnosis to treatment, including services to help restore vital functions and cosmetic appearance. […] Our tonsil cancer care team includes ear, nose, and throat (ENT) specialists; radiation and medical oncologists; oral and reconstructive surgeons; physical and occupational therapists; and speech pathologists. We work collaboratively for each patient, providing personalized treatment that combines experience and expertise from all team specialties. […] Treatment options vary based on the stage of cancer, its size and location, and whether it has spread. For early-stage cancers, we often recommend chemoradiation (combined chemotherapy and radiation therapy) or surgery followed by radiation therapy.

• #20

  https://journals.lww.com/nursing/fulltext/2016/07000/tonsillar_cancer__what_nurses_need_to_know.11.aspx

  GENERAL PURPOSE: To provide information about the diagnosis and treatment of tonsillar cancer. […] LEARNING OBJECTIVES: After completing this continuing-education activity, you should be able to: 1. Explain the causes of tonsillar cancer, its risk factors, and signs and symptoms. 2. Compare the diagnostic studies and the treatments available for tonsillar cancer. 3. Identify potential adverse outcomes of treatment and their interventions. […] The first sign of tonsillar cancer a patient may notice is an enlarged lymph node in the neck. […] Diagnosis of tonsillar cancer is confirmed with a biopsy. […] The mainstay of treatment for tonsillar cancer is radical tonsillectomy. […] Postop pain is often caused by branches of the bigeminal and pharyngeal nerves affected during surgery. […] After surgery, patients can anticipate being discharged from the hospital on a full liquid diet with nutritional supplements. […] Which of the following is an acute complication of radiation therapy? mouth sores. […] […] […] Which of the following is an EGFR-targeting monoclonal antibody? cetuximab.

• #21 Tonsil Cancer: Symptoms, Signs & Causes

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/21931-tonsil-cancer

  Tonsil cancer treatments include surgery, chemotherapy and radiation therapy. […] Healthcare providers can successfully treat tonsil cancer if they detect it before it spreads. […] Treatment depends on the size and location of the tumor and whether it has spread to other parts of your body. Possible treatments for tonsil cancer include surgery, radiation therapy and chemotherapy. […] Your otolaryngologist may do surgery to remove small tumors or affected lymph nodes. […] You may receive radiation therapy or chemotherapy as an alternative to surgery or after surgery for tonsil cancer. […] Side effects and complications will be different depending on the treatment type. […] You may not be able to prevent tonsil cancer, but you can reduce your risk with these precautions: Don’t smoke or use tobacco products of any kind.

• #22 Tonsil Cancer | UCI Health | Orange County, CA

  https://ucihealth.org/medical-services/conditions/tonsil-cancer

  Our team works with every patient to create a treatment plan that is unique to them and their needs. We do not believe that „one size fits all” when it comes to cancer treatment. […] The type of treatment will depend on the size, type, location and depth of the tumor. Treatment may include: […] Radiation therapy uses high-energy rays and beams to kill cancer cells. Although radiation therapy can be used for early stage tonsil cancer, it is most commonly used along with chemotherapy and/or surgery. […] Chemotherapy is often combined with radiation and/or surgery in the treatment of tonsil cancer. Chemotherapy is administered orally or intravenously and disrupts the growth of cancer cells. It can also be used for palliative therapy to provide relief from symptoms and slow the growth of the tumor in patients where surgery is not possible. […] Surgery is often used to treat tonsil cancer. Although it can be part of the treatment plan for all stages of tonsil cancer, it is commonly used as solo treatment for early-stage, small tumors that have not spread. Advanced tumors may require a combination of surgery, radiation and chemotherapy.

• #23 Treating tonsil cancer | Cancer Research UK

  https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/head-neck-cancer/tonsil/treatment

  The main treatments for tonsil cancer are surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy. You might have a combination of these or one treatment on its own. […] Treatment for tonsil cancer is similar to other cancers of the oropharynx. […] You might have either: surgery to remove the cancer and some of the lymph nodes in your neck or radiotherapy to the throat and neck. […] If your doctor thinks there is a high risk that your cancer will come back, you might need: radiotherapy, chemoradiotherapy after surgery. […] You might have: chemoradiotherapy to your throat and neck, surgery to remove the part of the throat affected by cancer and some of the lymph nodes in your neck, followed by radiotherapy or chemoradiotherapy, radiotherapy on its own. […] You might have chemotherapy before surgery if your cancer is very large.

• #24 Treating tonsil cancer | Cancer Research UK

  https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/head-neck-cancer/tonsil/treatment

  You might have radiotherapy, chemotherapy or surgery to control symptoms of advanced cancer. […] You might have an operation to remove the part of the throat that contains the cancer. […] You might only need a simple operation if your cancer is very small. […] Usually, surgery for early stage cancer is through your mouth (endoscopic surgery). […] The surgeon might also suggest a selective neck dissection. […] If there is cancer in the lymph nodes you might need to have more surgery to remove more nodes. […] For larger cancers, you may need a more complicated operation and need to stay in hospital for a while. […] You will have some pain after most types of surgery, but this is usually well controlled. […] Having an operation to your mouth may affect eating and drinking for a while afterwards.

• #25 Treating tonsil cancer | Cancer Research UK

  https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/head-neck-cancer/tonsil/treatment

  You might have radiotherapy, chemotherapy or surgery to control symptoms of advanced cancer. […] You might have an operation to remove the part of the throat that contains the cancer. […] You might only need a simple operation if your cancer is very small. […] Usually, surgery for early stage cancer is through your mouth (endoscopic surgery). […] The surgeon might also suggest a selective neck dissection. […] If there is cancer in the lymph nodes you might need to have more surgery to remove more nodes. […] For larger cancers, you may need a more complicated operation and need to stay in hospital for a while. […] You will have some pain after most types of surgery, but this is usually well controlled. […] Having an operation to your mouth may affect eating and drinking for a while afterwards.

• #26 Tonsil Cancer: Symptoms, Signs & Causes

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/21931-tonsil-cancer

  Tonsil cancer treatments include surgery, chemotherapy and radiation therapy. […] Healthcare providers can successfully treat tonsil cancer if they detect it before it spreads. […] Treatment depends on the size and location of the tumor and whether it has spread to other parts of your body. Possible treatments for tonsil cancer include surgery, radiation therapy and chemotherapy. […] Your otolaryngologist may do surgery to remove small tumors or affected lymph nodes. […] You may receive radiation therapy or chemotherapy as an alternative to surgery or after surgery for tonsil cancer. […] Side effects and complications will be different depending on the treatment type. […] You may not be able to prevent tonsil cancer, but you can reduce your risk with these precautions: Don’t smoke or use tobacco products of any kind.

• #27 Tonsil Cancer | Cedars-Sinai

  https://www.cedars-sinai.org/health-library/diseases-and-conditions/t/tonsil-cancer.html

  Cancer of the tonsils usually involves the palatine tonsils on the sides of the throat. […] Tonsil cancer may be treated by a combination of surgery, radiation and chemotherapy. […] Early-stage tonsil cancer is often treated with radiation therapy. A promising treatment called induction chemotherapy is also used to shrink the tonsil tumor. Advanced cancer cases usually require a combination of surgery, radiation and chemotherapy. […] Surgery is used if chemotherapy and radiation do not destroy the tumor. If the lymph nodes in the neck are affected, a neck dissection may be needed to remove the nodes. […] Radiation therapy frequently follows surgery. Chemotherapy may be used for palliative therapy (to help relieve symptoms and slow the tumor growth) if surgery is not possible.

• #28 Treating tonsil cancer | Cancer Research UK

  https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/head-neck-cancer/tonsil/treatment

  You might have radiotherapy: on its own as your main treatment, after surgery, combined with chemotherapy (chemoradiotherapy) as your main treatment or after surgery, to help relieve the symptoms of advanced tonsil cancer. […] You might have chemotherapy combined with radiotherapy (chemoradiotherapy). […] You might have this: after surgery if there is a high risk of your cancer coming back, as your main treatment. […] Some people have chemotherapy to shrink the cancer before the main treatment. […] The side effects of chemotherapy include feeling sick and lower resistance to infections. […] You might have cetuximab: with radiotherapy for locally advanced squamous cell mouth and oropharyngeal cancer, with platinum chemotherapy for squamous cell mouth cancer that has come back or has spread to other parts of the body.

• #29 Treating tonsil cancer | Cancer Research UK

  https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/head-neck-cancer/tonsil/treatment

  You might have radiotherapy: on its own as your main treatment, after surgery, combined with chemotherapy (chemoradiotherapy) as your main treatment or after surgery, to help relieve the symptoms of advanced tonsil cancer. […] You might have chemotherapy combined with radiotherapy (chemoradiotherapy). […] You might have this: after surgery if there is a high risk of your cancer coming back, as your main treatment. […] Some people have chemotherapy to shrink the cancer before the main treatment. […] The side effects of chemotherapy include feeling sick and lower resistance to infections. […] You might have cetuximab: with radiotherapy for locally advanced squamous cell mouth and oropharyngeal cancer, with platinum chemotherapy for squamous cell mouth cancer that has come back or has spread to other parts of the body.

• #30 Tonsil cancer – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/tonsil-cancer/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20449497

  Our caring team of Mayo Clinic experts can help you with your tonsil cancer-related health concerns […] Treatments for tonsil cancer include surgery, radiation therapy and chemotherapy. Other treatments include targeted therapy and immunotherapy. […] Your healthcare team considers many factors when creating a treatment plan. These factors might include the cancer’s location and how fast it’s growing. The care team also may look at whether the cancer has spread to other parts of the body and the results of tests on the cancer cells. Your care team also considers your overall health and your preferences. […] If treatment affects your ability to speak and eat, you might need rehabilitation services. Rehabilitation specialists who work with people with tonsil cancer include those in speech therapy, swallowing therapy, dietetics, physical therapy and occupational therapy. These services can help with your recovery after tonsil cancer treatment.

• #31 Treating tonsil cancer | Cancer Research UK

  https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/head-neck-cancer/tonsil/treatment

  You might have radiotherapy: on its own as your main treatment, after surgery, combined with chemotherapy (chemoradiotherapy) as your main treatment or after surgery, to help relieve the symptoms of advanced tonsil cancer. […] You might have chemotherapy combined with radiotherapy (chemoradiotherapy). […] You might have this: after surgery if there is a high risk of your cancer coming back, as your main treatment. […] Some people have chemotherapy to shrink the cancer before the main treatment. […] The side effects of chemotherapy include feeling sick and lower resistance to infections. […] You might have cetuximab: with radiotherapy for locally advanced squamous cell mouth and oropharyngeal cancer, with platinum chemotherapy for squamous cell mouth cancer that has come back or has spread to other parts of the body.

• #32 Treating tonsil cancer | Cancer Research UK

  https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/head-neck-cancer/tonsil/treatment

  You have nivolumab if you have squamous cell cancer and: your cancer has come back or has spread to other parts of the body, you had platinum based chemotherapy, and your cancer has started to grow within 6 months of having chemotherapy. […] You might have pembrolizumab if you have squamous cell cancer and: you haven’t had any treatment for an advanced cancer, your cancer has come back and you can’t have surgery to remove the cancer, the cancer shows a type of protein called programmed cell death ligand 1 (PD-L1). […] Coping with a diagnosis of cancer can be difficult. […] Talking to other people who have the same thing can also help.

• #33 Treating tonsil cancer | Cancer Research UK

  https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/head-neck-cancer/tonsil/treatment

  You have nivolumab if you have squamous cell cancer and: your cancer has come back or has spread to other parts of the body, you had platinum based chemotherapy, and your cancer has started to grow within 6 months of having chemotherapy. […] You might have pembrolizumab if you have squamous cell cancer and: you haven’t had any treatment for an advanced cancer, your cancer has come back and you can’t have surgery to remove the cancer, the cancer shows a type of protein called programmed cell death ligand 1 (PD-L1). […] Coping with a diagnosis of cancer can be difficult. […] Talking to other people who have the same thing can also help.

• #34 Nursing Care Plan for Laryngeal Cancer ~ Lifenurses

  http://www.lifenurses.com/2011/02/nursing-care-plan-for-laryngeal-cancer.html

  Nursing Care Plan for Laryngeal Cancer […] The nurse assesses the patient for the following symptoms: hoarseness, sore throat, dyspnea, dysphagia, or pain and burning in the throat. […] If treatment includes surgery, the nurse must know the nature of the surgery to plan appropriate care. […] The patients ability to hear, see, read, and write is assessed. […] The nurse evaluates the patients and familys coping methods to support them effectively both preoperatively and postoperatively. […] Common Nursing Diagnosis found in patient with Laryngeal Cancer: Ineffective airway clearance, Impaired verbal communication, Impaired skin/tissue integrity, Impaired oral mucous membrane, Acute pain, Imbalanced nutrition: less than body requirements, Disturbed body image/ineffective role performance, deficient knowledge regarding prognosis, treatment, self-care, and discharge needs, Impaired swallowing, Risk for infection.

• #35 Nursing Care Plan for Laryngeal Cancer ~ Lifenurses

  http://www.lifenurses.com/2011/02/nursing-care-plan-for-laryngeal-cancer.html

  Nursing Care Plan for Laryngeal Cancer […] The nurse assesses the patient for the following symptoms: hoarseness, sore throat, dyspnea, dysphagia, or pain and burning in the throat. […] If treatment includes surgery, the nurse must know the nature of the surgery to plan appropriate care. […] The patients ability to hear, see, read, and write is assessed. […] The nurse evaluates the patients and familys coping methods to support them effectively both preoperatively and postoperatively. […] Common Nursing Diagnosis found in patient with Laryngeal Cancer: Ineffective airway clearance, Impaired verbal communication, Impaired skin/tissue integrity, Impaired oral mucous membrane, Acute pain, Imbalanced nutrition: less than body requirements, Disturbed body image/ineffective role performance, deficient knowledge regarding prognosis, treatment, self-care, and discharge needs, Impaired swallowing, Risk for infection.

• #36 Nursing Care Plan for Laryngeal Cancer ~ Lifenurses

  http://www.lifenurses.com/2011/02/nursing-care-plan-for-laryngeal-cancer.html

  Nursing Care Plan for Laryngeal Cancer […] The nurse assesses the patient for the following symptoms: hoarseness, sore throat, dyspnea, dysphagia, or pain and burning in the throat. […] If treatment includes surgery, the nurse must know the nature of the surgery to plan appropriate care. […] The patients ability to hear, see, read, and write is assessed. […] The nurse evaluates the patients and familys coping methods to support them effectively both preoperatively and postoperatively. […] Common Nursing Diagnosis found in patient with Laryngeal Cancer: Ineffective airway clearance, Impaired verbal communication, Impaired skin/tissue integrity, Impaired oral mucous membrane, Acute pain, Imbalanced nutrition: less than body requirements, Disturbed body image/ineffective role performance, deficient knowledge regarding prognosis, treatment, self-care, and discharge needs, Impaired swallowing, Risk for infection.

• #37 Nursing Care Plan for Laryngeal Cancer ~ Lifenurses

  http://www.lifenurses.com/2011/02/nursing-care-plan-for-laryngeal-cancer.html

  Nursing Care Plan for Laryngeal Cancer […] The nurse assesses the patient for the following symptoms: hoarseness, sore throat, dyspnea, dysphagia, or pain and burning in the throat. […] If treatment includes surgery, the nurse must know the nature of the surgery to plan appropriate care. […] The patients ability to hear, see, read, and write is assessed. […] The nurse evaluates the patients and familys coping methods to support them effectively both preoperatively and postoperatively. […] Common Nursing Diagnosis found in patient with Laryngeal Cancer: Ineffective airway clearance, Impaired verbal communication, Impaired skin/tissue integrity, Impaired oral mucous membrane, Acute pain, Imbalanced nutrition: less than body requirements, Disturbed body image/ineffective role performance, deficient knowledge regarding prognosis, treatment, self-care, and discharge needs, Impaired swallowing, Risk for infection.

• #38 Nursing Care Plan for Laryngeal Cancer ~ Lifenurses

  http://www.lifenurses.com/2011/02/nursing-care-plan-for-laryngeal-cancer.html

  Nursing interventions for Ineffective Airway Clearance may be related to: Partial or total removal of the glottis, altering ability to breathe, cough, and swallow. […] Nursing Outcomes Evaluation Criteria, Client Will: Respiratory Status: Airway Patency Maintain patent airway with breath sounds clear or clearing. […] Nursing Intervention and Rationale Nursing Diagnosis Ineffective Airway Clearance: Monitor vital sign respiratory rate and depth note ease of breathing. […] Elevate head of bed 30 to 45 degrees. […] Encourage swallowing, if client is able. […] Teach and encourage client to begin self suction procedures as soon as possible. […] Nursing Diagnosis Impaired Verbal Communication related to: Anatomical deficit removal of vocal cords, Physical barrier tracheostomy tube, Required voice rest.

• #39 Nursing Care Plan for Laryngeal Cancer ~ Lifenurses

  http://www.lifenurses.com/2011/02/nursing-care-plan-for-laryngeal-cancer.html

  Nursing interventions for Ineffective Airway Clearance may be related to: Partial or total removal of the glottis, altering ability to breathe, cough, and swallow. […] Nursing Outcomes Evaluation Criteria, Client Will: Respiratory Status: Airway Patency Maintain patent airway with breath sounds clear or clearing. […] Nursing Intervention and Rationale Nursing Diagnosis Ineffective Airway Clearance: Monitor vital sign respiratory rate and depth note ease of breathing. […] Elevate head of bed 30 to 45 degrees. […] Encourage swallowing, if client is able. […] Teach and encourage client to begin self suction procedures as soon as possible. […] Nursing Diagnosis Impaired Verbal Communication related to: Anatomical deficit removal of vocal cords, Physical barrier tracheostomy tube, Required voice rest.

• #40 Nursing Care Plan for Laryngeal Cancer ~ Lifenurses

  http://www.lifenurses.com/2011/02/nursing-care-plan-for-laryngeal-cancer.html

  Nursing interventions for Ineffective Airway Clearance may be related to: Partial or total removal of the glottis, altering ability to breathe, cough, and swallow. […] Nursing Outcomes Evaluation Criteria, Client Will: Respiratory Status: Airway Patency Maintain patent airway with breath sounds clear or clearing. […] Nursing Intervention and Rationale Nursing Diagnosis Ineffective Airway Clearance: Monitor vital sign respiratory rate and depth note ease of breathing. […] Elevate head of bed 30 to 45 degrees. […] Encourage swallowing, if client is able. […] Teach and encourage client to begin self suction procedures as soon as possible. […] Nursing Diagnosis Impaired Verbal Communication related to: Anatomical deficit removal of vocal cords, Physical barrier tracheostomy tube, Required voice rest.

• #41 Nursing Care Plan for Laryngeal Cancer ~ Lifenurses

  http://www.lifenurses.com/2011/02/nursing-care-plan-for-laryngeal-cancer.html

  Nursing interventions for Ineffective Airway Clearance may be related to: Partial or total removal of the glottis, altering ability to breathe, cough, and swallow. […] Nursing Outcomes Evaluation Criteria, Client Will: Respiratory Status: Airway Patency Maintain patent airway with breath sounds clear or clearing. […] Nursing Intervention and Rationale Nursing Diagnosis Ineffective Airway Clearance: Monitor vital sign respiratory rate and depth note ease of breathing. […] Elevate head of bed 30 to 45 degrees. […] Encourage swallowing, if client is able. […] Teach and encourage client to begin self suction procedures as soon as possible. […] Nursing Diagnosis Impaired Verbal Communication related to: Anatomical deficit removal of vocal cords, Physical barrier tracheostomy tube, Required voice rest.

• #42 Nursing Care Plan for Laryngeal Cancer ~ Lifenurses

  http://www.lifenurses.com/2011/02/nursing-care-plan-for-laryngeal-cancer.html

  Nursing Outcomes Evaluation Criteria Client Will: Communication Enhancement: Speech Deficit Independent, Communicate needs in an effective manner. […] Nursing Diagnosis Impaired Skin/Tissue Integrity related to: Surgical removal of tissues and grafting, Radiation or chemotherapeutic agents, Altered circulation or reduced blood supply, Compromised nutritional status, Edema formation, Pooling or continuous drainage of secretions oral, lymph, or chyle. […] Nursing Outcomes Evaluation Criteria Client Will: Wound Healing: Primary Intention, Display timely wound healing without complications. […] Nursing Diagnosis Impaired Oral Mucous Membrane related to: Dehydration or absence of oral intake, decreased saliva production secondary to radiation or surgical procedure, Poor or inadequate oral hygiene.

• #43

  https://journals.lww.com/nursing/fulltext/2016/07000/tonsillar_cancer__what_nurses_need_to_know.11.aspx

  GENERAL PURPOSE: To provide information about the diagnosis and treatment of tonsillar cancer. […] LEARNING OBJECTIVES: After completing this continuing-education activity, you should be able to: 1. Explain the causes of tonsillar cancer, its risk factors, and signs and symptoms. 2. Compare the diagnostic studies and the treatments available for tonsillar cancer. 3. Identify potential adverse outcomes of treatment and their interventions. […] The first sign of tonsillar cancer a patient may notice is an enlarged lymph node in the neck. […] Diagnosis of tonsillar cancer is confirmed with a biopsy. […] The mainstay of treatment for tonsillar cancer is radical tonsillectomy. […] Postop pain is often caused by branches of the bigeminal and pharyngeal nerves affected during surgery. […] After surgery, patients can anticipate being discharged from the hospital on a full liquid diet with nutritional supplements. […] Which of the following is an acute complication of radiation therapy? mouth sores. […] […] […] Which of the following is an EGFR-targeting monoclonal antibody? cetuximab.

• #44

  https://journals.lww.com/nursing/fulltext/2016/07000/tonsillar_cancer__what_nurses_need_to_know.11.aspx

  GENERAL PURPOSE: To provide information about the diagnosis and treatment of tonsillar cancer. […] LEARNING OBJECTIVES: After completing this continuing-education activity, you should be able to: 1. Explain the causes of tonsillar cancer, its risk factors, and signs and symptoms. 2. Compare the diagnostic studies and the treatments available for tonsillar cancer. 3. Identify potential adverse outcomes of treatment and their interventions. […] The first sign of tonsillar cancer a patient may notice is an enlarged lymph node in the neck. […] Diagnosis of tonsillar cancer is confirmed with a biopsy. […] The mainstay of treatment for tonsillar cancer is radical tonsillectomy. […] Postop pain is often caused by branches of the bigeminal and pharyngeal nerves affected during surgery. […] After surgery, patients can anticipate being discharged from the hospital on a full liquid diet with nutritional supplements. […] Which of the following is an acute complication of radiation therapy? mouth sores. […] […] […] Which of the following is an EGFR-targeting monoclonal antibody? cetuximab.

• #45 Treating tonsil cancer | Cancer Research UK

  https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/head-neck-cancer/tonsil/treatment

  You might have radiotherapy, chemotherapy or surgery to control symptoms of advanced cancer. […] You might have an operation to remove the part of the throat that contains the cancer. […] You might only need a simple operation if your cancer is very small. […] Usually, surgery for early stage cancer is through your mouth (endoscopic surgery). […] The surgeon might also suggest a selective neck dissection. […] If there is cancer in the lymph nodes you might need to have more surgery to remove more nodes. […] For larger cancers, you may need a more complicated operation and need to stay in hospital for a while. […] You will have some pain after most types of surgery, but this is usually well controlled. […] Having an operation to your mouth may affect eating and drinking for a while afterwards.

• #46 Treating tonsil cancer | Cancer Research UK

  https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/head-neck-cancer/tonsil/treatment

  You might have radiotherapy, chemotherapy or surgery to control symptoms of advanced cancer. […] You might have an operation to remove the part of the throat that contains the cancer. […] You might only need a simple operation if your cancer is very small. […] Usually, surgery for early stage cancer is through your mouth (endoscopic surgery). […] The surgeon might also suggest a selective neck dissection. […] If there is cancer in the lymph nodes you might need to have more surgery to remove more nodes. […] For larger cancers, you may need a more complicated operation and need to stay in hospital for a while. […] You will have some pain after most types of surgery, but this is usually well controlled. […] Having an operation to your mouth may affect eating and drinking for a while afterwards.

• #47 Treating tonsil cancer | Cancer Research UK

  https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/head-neck-cancer/tonsil/treatment

  You might have radiotherapy: on its own as your main treatment, after surgery, combined with chemotherapy (chemoradiotherapy) as your main treatment or after surgery, to help relieve the symptoms of advanced tonsil cancer. […] You might have chemotherapy combined with radiotherapy (chemoradiotherapy). […] You might have this: after surgery if there is a high risk of your cancer coming back, as your main treatment. […] Some people have chemotherapy to shrink the cancer before the main treatment. […] The side effects of chemotherapy include feeling sick and lower resistance to infections. […] You might have cetuximab: with radiotherapy for locally advanced squamous cell mouth and oropharyngeal cancer, with platinum chemotherapy for squamous cell mouth cancer that has come back or has spread to other parts of the body.

• #48 Oral Complications of Cancer Therapies – NCIFacebookFollow on XInstagramYoutubeLinkedin

  https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/treatment/side-effects/mouth-throat/oral-complications-pdq

  Oral complications are common in cancer patients, especially those with head and neck cancer. […] Preventing and controlling oral complications can help you continue cancer treatment and have a better quality of life. […] Patients receiving treatments that affect the head and neck should have their care planned by a team of doctors and specialists. […] The most common oral complications from cancer treatment include the following: Oral mucositis (inflamed mucous membranes in the mouth), Infection, Salivary gland problems, Change in taste, Pain. […] Finding and treating oral problems before cancer treatment begins can prevent oral complications or make them less severe. […] Prevention of oral complications includes a healthy diet, good oral care, and dental checkups. […] Patients receiving high-dose chemotherapy, stem cell transplant, or radiation therapy should have an oral care plan in place before treatment begins.

• #49 Oral Complications of Cancer Therapies – NCIFacebookFollow on XInstagramYoutubeLinkedin

  https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/treatment/side-effects/mouth-throat/oral-complications-pdq

  Oral complications are common in cancer patients, especially those with head and neck cancer. […] Preventing and controlling oral complications can help you continue cancer treatment and have a better quality of life. […] Patients receiving treatments that affect the head and neck should have their care planned by a team of doctors and specialists. […] The most common oral complications from cancer treatment include the following: Oral mucositis (inflamed mucous membranes in the mouth), Infection, Salivary gland problems, Change in taste, Pain. […] Finding and treating oral problems before cancer treatment begins can prevent oral complications or make them less severe. […] Prevention of oral complications includes a healthy diet, good oral care, and dental checkups. […] Patients receiving high-dose chemotherapy, stem cell transplant, or radiation therapy should have an oral care plan in place before treatment begins.

• #50

  https://journals.lww.com/nursing/fulltext/2016/07000/tonsillar_cancer__what_nurses_need_to_know.11.aspx

  GENERAL PURPOSE: To provide information about the diagnosis and treatment of tonsillar cancer. […] LEARNING OBJECTIVES: After completing this continuing-education activity, you should be able to: 1. Explain the causes of tonsillar cancer, its risk factors, and signs and symptoms. 2. Compare the diagnostic studies and the treatments available for tonsillar cancer. 3. Identify potential adverse outcomes of treatment and their interventions. […] The first sign of tonsillar cancer a patient may notice is an enlarged lymph node in the neck. […] Diagnosis of tonsillar cancer is confirmed with a biopsy. […] The mainstay of treatment for tonsillar cancer is radical tonsillectomy. […] Postop pain is often caused by branches of the bigeminal and pharyngeal nerves affected during surgery. […] After surgery, patients can anticipate being discharged from the hospital on a full liquid diet with nutritional supplements. […] Which of the following is an acute complication of radiation therapy? mouth sores. […] […] […] Which of the following is an EGFR-targeting monoclonal antibody? cetuximab.

• #51 Oral Complications of Cancer Therapies – NCIFacebookFollow on XInstagramYoutubeLinkedin

  https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/treatment/side-effects/mouth-throat/oral-complications-pdq

  Oral complications are common in cancer patients, especially those with head and neck cancer. […] Preventing and controlling oral complications can help you continue cancer treatment and have a better quality of life. […] Patients receiving treatments that affect the head and neck should have their care planned by a team of doctors and specialists. […] The most common oral complications from cancer treatment include the following: Oral mucositis (inflamed mucous membranes in the mouth), Infection, Salivary gland problems, Change in taste, Pain. […] Finding and treating oral problems before cancer treatment begins can prevent oral complications or make them less severe. […] Prevention of oral complications includes a healthy diet, good oral care, and dental checkups. […] Patients receiving high-dose chemotherapy, stem cell transplant, or radiation therapy should have an oral care plan in place before treatment begins.

• #52 Oral Complications of Cancer Therapies – NCIFacebookFollow on XInstagramYoutubeLinkedin

  https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/treatment/side-effects/mouth-throat/oral-complications-pdq

  Oral complications are common in cancer patients, especially those with head and neck cancer. […] Preventing and controlling oral complications can help you continue cancer treatment and have a better quality of life. […] Patients receiving treatments that affect the head and neck should have their care planned by a team of doctors and specialists. […] The most common oral complications from cancer treatment include the following: Oral mucositis (inflamed mucous membranes in the mouth), Infection, Salivary gland problems, Change in taste, Pain. […] Finding and treating oral problems before cancer treatment begins can prevent oral complications or make them less severe. […] Prevention of oral complications includes a healthy diet, good oral care, and dental checkups. […] Patients receiving high-dose chemotherapy, stem cell transplant, or radiation therapy should have an oral care plan in place before treatment begins.

• #53 Oral Complications of Cancer Therapies – NCIFacebookFollow on XInstagramYoutubeLinkedin

  https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/treatment/side-effects/mouth-throat/oral-complications-pdq

  Oral complications are common in cancer patients, especially those with head and neck cancer. […] Preventing and controlling oral complications can help you continue cancer treatment and have a better quality of life. […] Patients receiving treatments that affect the head and neck should have their care planned by a team of doctors and specialists. […] The most common oral complications from cancer treatment include the following: Oral mucositis (inflamed mucous membranes in the mouth), Infection, Salivary gland problems, Change in taste, Pain. […] Finding and treating oral problems before cancer treatment begins can prevent oral complications or make them less severe. […] Prevention of oral complications includes a healthy diet, good oral care, and dental checkups. […] Patients receiving high-dose chemotherapy, stem cell transplant, or radiation therapy should have an oral care plan in place before treatment begins.

• #54 Tonsil cancer – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/tonsil-cancer/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20449497

  Our caring team of Mayo Clinic experts can help you with your tonsil cancer-related health concerns […] Treatments for tonsil cancer include surgery, radiation therapy and chemotherapy. Other treatments include targeted therapy and immunotherapy. […] Your healthcare team considers many factors when creating a treatment plan. These factors might include the cancer’s location and how fast it’s growing. The care team also may look at whether the cancer has spread to other parts of the body and the results of tests on the cancer cells. Your care team also considers your overall health and your preferences. […] If treatment affects your ability to speak and eat, you might need rehabilitation services. Rehabilitation specialists who work with people with tonsil cancer include those in speech therapy, swallowing therapy, dietetics, physical therapy and occupational therapy. These services can help with your recovery after tonsil cancer treatment.

• #55 Tonsil cancer – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/tonsil-cancer/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20449497

  Our caring team of Mayo Clinic experts can help you with your tonsil cancer-related health concerns […] Treatments for tonsil cancer include surgery, radiation therapy and chemotherapy. Other treatments include targeted therapy and immunotherapy. […] Your healthcare team considers many factors when creating a treatment plan. These factors might include the cancer’s location and how fast it’s growing. The care team also may look at whether the cancer has spread to other parts of the body and the results of tests on the cancer cells. Your care team also considers your overall health and your preferences. […] If treatment affects your ability to speak and eat, you might need rehabilitation services. Rehabilitation specialists who work with people with tonsil cancer include those in speech therapy, swallowing therapy, dietetics, physical therapy and occupational therapy. These services can help with your recovery after tonsil cancer treatment.

• #56 Tonsil cancer – Care at Mayo Clinic – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/tonsil-cancer/care-at-mayo-clinic/mac-20367949

  At Mayo Clinic you have access to a variety of experts to help you cope and recover, including specialists in speech and swallowing, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and dietitians. […] Palliative care specialists work with you, your family and the rest of your healthcare team to provide an extra layer of support that complements your ongoing care. […] Mayo Clinic doctors have provided expert care for many people with tonsil cancer. This experience ensures that your care team is prepared with the knowledge and resources to provide you with exactly the care you need.

• #57 Throat Cancer – UChicago Medicine

  https://www.uchicagomedicine.org/cancer/types-treatments/head-neck-cancers/throat-cancer

  By combining our expertise, we can better determine the best way to attack your cancer while reducing side effects and preserving your ability to eat, swallow and speak. […] Our dedicated speech pathologists create a relationship with the patient at the time of diagnosis and help patients preserve and regain these functions. Early evaluation identifies problems, and provides the speech pathologist with information to develop an individualized care plan. […] Our patients often begin working with a speech pathologist at the start of treatment. They learn and practice various exercises to help maintain the best swallowing and speech function, and continue to be monitored by the speech pathologist during treatment to ensure safe and effective swallowing function and the best quality of life.

• #58 Throat Cancer – UChicago Medicine

  https://www.uchicagomedicine.org/cancer/types-treatments/head-neck-cancers/throat-cancer

  By combining our expertise, we can better determine the best way to attack your cancer while reducing side effects and preserving your ability to eat, swallow and speak. […] Our dedicated speech pathologists create a relationship with the patient at the time of diagnosis and help patients preserve and regain these functions. Early evaluation identifies problems, and provides the speech pathologist with information to develop an individualized care plan. […] Our patients often begin working with a speech pathologist at the start of treatment. They learn and practice various exercises to help maintain the best swallowing and speech function, and continue to be monitored by the speech pathologist during treatment to ensure safe and effective swallowing function and the best quality of life.

• #59 Treating tonsil cancer | Cancer Research UK

  https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/head-neck-cancer/tonsil/treatment

  You have nivolumab if you have squamous cell cancer and: your cancer has come back or has spread to other parts of the body, you had platinum based chemotherapy, and your cancer has started to grow within 6 months of having chemotherapy. […] You might have pembrolizumab if you have squamous cell cancer and: you haven’t had any treatment for an advanced cancer, your cancer has come back and you can’t have surgery to remove the cancer, the cancer shows a type of protein called programmed cell death ligand 1 (PD-L1). […] Coping with a diagnosis of cancer can be difficult. […] Talking to other people who have the same thing can also help.

• #60 Treating tonsil cancer | Cancer Research UK

  https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/head-neck-cancer/tonsil/treatment

  You have nivolumab if you have squamous cell cancer and: your cancer has come back or has spread to other parts of the body, you had platinum based chemotherapy, and your cancer has started to grow within 6 months of having chemotherapy. […] You might have pembrolizumab if you have squamous cell cancer and: you haven’t had any treatment for an advanced cancer, your cancer has come back and you can’t have surgery to remove the cancer, the cancer shows a type of protein called programmed cell death ligand 1 (PD-L1). […] Coping with a diagnosis of cancer can be difficult. […] Talking to other people who have the same thing can also help.

• #61 Tonsil cancer – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/tonsil-cancer/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20449497

  You may find comfort in the support of a caring group of your friends and family. […] Your time with your healthcare team is limited, so preparing a list of questions can help you make the most of your time together. List your questions from most important to least important in case time runs out. For tonsil cancer, some basic questions to ask your doctor include: What are the treatment options for my tonsil cancer? What are the benefits and risks of each option? […] Connect with others like you for support and answers to your questions in the Head Neck Cancer support group on Mayo Clinic Connect, a patient community.

• #62 Tonsil cancer – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/tonsil-cancer/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20449497

  You may find comfort in the support of a caring group of your friends and family. […] Your time with your healthcare team is limited, so preparing a list of questions can help you make the most of your time together. List your questions from most important to least important in case time runs out. For tonsil cancer, some basic questions to ask your doctor include: What are the treatment options for my tonsil cancer? What are the benefits and risks of each option? […] Connect with others like you for support and answers to your questions in the Head Neck Cancer support group on Mayo Clinic Connect, a patient community.

• #63 Throat Cancer – UChicago Medicine

  https://www.uchicagomedicine.org/cancer/types-treatments/head-neck-cancers/throat-cancer

  Our patients have access to many other supportive staff, including: Nurse practitioners who will help you navigate your cancer treatment, Nutritionists to help maintain a healthy diet, Pain control experts, Tobacco cessation support, A dedicated supportive oncology program that provides a range of supportive care services to patients and their families, including mental health counseling, social work services and more. […] It’s not– obviously, the nurses are an integral part of the team. But there are also nurses that have a lot of experience and specialization in head and neck cancer specifically. So it’s also their expertise within the integrated program that allows it to be an important component as well of the multidisciplinary team. […] Survivorship is very important for head and neck cancer, of course. After completing treatment and when patients have no evidence of cancer, of course, we want their quality of life to be as good as it can be.

• #64 Throat Cancer – UChicago Medicine

  https://www.uchicagomedicine.org/cancer/types-treatments/head-neck-cancers/throat-cancer

  Our patients have access to many other supportive staff, including: Nurse practitioners who will help you navigate your cancer treatment, Nutritionists to help maintain a healthy diet, Pain control experts, Tobacco cessation support, A dedicated supportive oncology program that provides a range of supportive care services to patients and their families, including mental health counseling, social work services and more. […] It’s not– obviously, the nurses are an integral part of the team. But there are also nurses that have a lot of experience and specialization in head and neck cancer specifically. So it’s also their expertise within the integrated program that allows it to be an important component as well of the multidisciplinary team. […] Survivorship is very important for head and neck cancer, of course. After completing treatment and when patients have no evidence of cancer, of course, we want their quality of life to be as good as it can be.

• #65 Throat Cancer – UChicago Medicine

  https://www.uchicagomedicine.org/cancer/types-treatments/head-neck-cancers/throat-cancer

  We involve a number of different team members, depending on the specific situation. […] There are a lot of resources out there. A few decades ago, this was probably underappreciated. But now survivorship really draws a lot of attention. There’s a fair amount of resources dedicated to it, at individual institutions and also centrally across the nation.

• #66 Throat Cancer – UChicago Medicine

  https://www.uchicagomedicine.org/cancer/types-treatments/head-neck-cancers/throat-cancer

  We involve a number of different team members, depending on the specific situation. […] There are a lot of resources out there. A few decades ago, this was probably underappreciated. But now survivorship really draws a lot of attention. There’s a fair amount of resources dedicated to it, at individual institutions and also centrally across the nation.

• #67 Tonsil cancer – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/tonsil-cancer/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20449497

  You may find comfort in the support of a caring group of your friends and family. […] Your time with your healthcare team is limited, so preparing a list of questions can help you make the most of your time together. List your questions from most important to least important in case time runs out. For tonsil cancer, some basic questions to ask your doctor include: What are the treatment options for my tonsil cancer? What are the benefits and risks of each option? […] Connect with others like you for support and answers to your questions in the Head Neck Cancer support group on Mayo Clinic Connect, a patient community.

• #68 Tonsil cancer – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/tonsil-cancer/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20449497

  You may find comfort in the support of a caring group of your friends and family. […] Your time with your healthcare team is limited, so preparing a list of questions can help you make the most of your time together. List your questions from most important to least important in case time runs out. For tonsil cancer, some basic questions to ask your doctor include: What are the treatment options for my tonsil cancer? What are the benefits and risks of each option? […] Connect with others like you for support and answers to your questions in the Head Neck Cancer support group on Mayo Clinic Connect, a patient community.

• #69 Tonsil cancer – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/tonsil-cancer/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20449497

  You may find comfort in the support of a caring group of your friends and family. […] Your time with your healthcare team is limited, so preparing a list of questions can help you make the most of your time together. List your questions from most important to least important in case time runs out. For tonsil cancer, some basic questions to ask your doctor include: What are the treatment options for my tonsil cancer? What are the benefits and risks of each option? […] Connect with others like you for support and answers to your questions in the Head Neck Cancer support group on Mayo Clinic Connect, a patient community.

• #70 Nursing Care Plan for Laryngeal Cancer ~ Lifenurses

  http://www.lifenurses.com/2011/02/nursing-care-plan-for-laryngeal-cancer.html

  Nursing Outcomes and Evaluation Criteria Client Will: Tissue Integrity: Skin and Mucous Membranes, Report or demonstrate a decrease in symptoms. […] Patient Teaching Discharge and Home Healthcare Guidelines for Patient with Laryngeal Cancer. […] Teach the patient signs and symptoms of potential complications and the appropriate actions to be taken. […] Encourage the patient to wear a Medic Alert bracelet or necklace, which identifies her or him as a mouth breather. […] Reassure the patient that speech rehabilitation measures (including laryngeal speech, esophageal speech, an artificial larynx, and various mechanical devices) may help him communicate again.

• #71 Tonsil cancer stage 1 – Macmillan Online Community

  https://community.macmillan.org.uk/cancer_types/head-neck-cancer-forum/f/new-here-say-hello/268762/tonsil-cancer-stage-1

  Hello everyone iv just bin diagnosed with left tonsil cancer need 6 weeks off radiotherapy starting in a couple weeks time dont know what to expect so if anyone can help Id b really grateful thanks Cassie […] Your oncologist will see you each week and prescribe medication, take it exactly as they tell you. It seems counter intuitive to take medication before you have pain, but it is to prevent it rather than to cure it. […] Keep on top of oral hygiene to keep your mouth free from sores etc. […] You need to keep on top of the pain relief and take it regularly. […] They will probably put in a RIG or NG tube before you start radiotherapy to help you with eating and taking pain relief. […] My advice would be to not be brave. If you are in pain tell your radiographers who are your daily point of contact. Take all the meds thrown at you and ask for more if they aren’t helping. […] Take each day at a time. Sometimes each hour at a time. It is a challenging journey, but doable. […] Make use of what is available to you – the medical professionals are great, and people here are friendly and helpful.

• #72 Tonsil cancer stage 1 – Macmillan Online Community

  https://community.macmillan.org.uk/cancer_types/head-neck-cancer-forum/f/new-here-say-hello/268762/tonsil-cancer-stage-1

  Hello everyone iv just bin diagnosed with left tonsil cancer need 6 weeks off radiotherapy starting in a couple weeks time dont know what to expect so if anyone can help Id b really grateful thanks Cassie […] Your oncologist will see you each week and prescribe medication, take it exactly as they tell you. It seems counter intuitive to take medication before you have pain, but it is to prevent it rather than to cure it. […] Keep on top of oral hygiene to keep your mouth free from sores etc. […] You need to keep on top of the pain relief and take it regularly. […] They will probably put in a RIG or NG tube before you start radiotherapy to help you with eating and taking pain relief. […] My advice would be to not be brave. If you are in pain tell your radiographers who are your daily point of contact. Take all the meds thrown at you and ask for more if they aren’t helping. […] Take each day at a time. Sometimes each hour at a time. It is a challenging journey, but doable. […] Make use of what is available to you – the medical professionals are great, and people here are friendly and helpful.

• #73 Tonsil cancer stage 1 – Macmillan Online Community

  https://community.macmillan.org.uk/cancer_types/head-neck-cancer-forum/f/new-here-say-hello/268762/tonsil-cancer-stage-1

  Hello everyone iv just bin diagnosed with left tonsil cancer need 6 weeks off radiotherapy starting in a couple weeks time dont know what to expect so if anyone can help Id b really grateful thanks Cassie […] Your oncologist will see you each week and prescribe medication, take it exactly as they tell you. It seems counter intuitive to take medication before you have pain, but it is to prevent it rather than to cure it. […] Keep on top of oral hygiene to keep your mouth free from sores etc. […] You need to keep on top of the pain relief and take it regularly. […] They will probably put in a RIG or NG tube before you start radiotherapy to help you with eating and taking pain relief. […] My advice would be to not be brave. If you are in pain tell your radiographers who are your daily point of contact. Take all the meds thrown at you and ask for more if they aren’t helping. […] Take each day at a time. Sometimes each hour at a time. It is a challenging journey, but doable. […] Make use of what is available to you – the medical professionals are great, and people here are friendly and helpful.

• #74 Tonsil cancer stage 1 – Macmillan Online Community

  https://community.macmillan.org.uk/cancer_types/head-neck-cancer-forum/f/new-here-say-hello/268762/tonsil-cancer-stage-1

  Hello everyone iv just bin diagnosed with left tonsil cancer need 6 weeks off radiotherapy starting in a couple weeks time dont know what to expect so if anyone can help Id b really grateful thanks Cassie […] Your oncologist will see you each week and prescribe medication, take it exactly as they tell you. It seems counter intuitive to take medication before you have pain, but it is to prevent it rather than to cure it. […] Keep on top of oral hygiene to keep your mouth free from sores etc. […] You need to keep on top of the pain relief and take it regularly. […] They will probably put in a RIG or NG tube before you start radiotherapy to help you with eating and taking pain relief. […] My advice would be to not be brave. If you are in pain tell your radiographers who are your daily point of contact. Take all the meds thrown at you and ask for more if they aren’t helping. […] Take each day at a time. Sometimes each hour at a time. It is a challenging journey, but doable. […] Make use of what is available to you – the medical professionals are great, and people here are friendly and helpful.

• #75 Tonsil cancer stage 1 – Macmillan Online Community

  https://community.macmillan.org.uk/cancer_types/head-neck-cancer-forum/f/new-here-say-hello/268762/tonsil-cancer-stage-1

  Hello everyone iv just bin diagnosed with left tonsil cancer need 6 weeks off radiotherapy starting in a couple weeks time dont know what to expect so if anyone can help Id b really grateful thanks Cassie […] Your oncologist will see you each week and prescribe medication, take it exactly as they tell you. It seems counter intuitive to take medication before you have pain, but it is to prevent it rather than to cure it. […] Keep on top of oral hygiene to keep your mouth free from sores etc. […] You need to keep on top of the pain relief and take it regularly. […] They will probably put in a RIG or NG tube before you start radiotherapy to help you with eating and taking pain relief. […] My advice would be to not be brave. If you are in pain tell your radiographers who are your daily point of contact. Take all the meds thrown at you and ask for more if they aren’t helping. […] Take each day at a time. Sometimes each hour at a time. It is a challenging journey, but doable. […] Make use of what is available to you – the medical professionals are great, and people here are friendly and helpful.

• #76 Tonsil cancer stage 1 – Macmillan Online Community

  https://community.macmillan.org.uk/cancer_types/head-neck-cancer-forum/f/new-here-say-hello/268762/tonsil-cancer-stage-1

  Hello everyone iv just bin diagnosed with left tonsil cancer need 6 weeks off radiotherapy starting in a couple weeks time dont know what to expect so if anyone can help Id b really grateful thanks Cassie […] Your oncologist will see you each week and prescribe medication, take it exactly as they tell you. It seems counter intuitive to take medication before you have pain, but it is to prevent it rather than to cure it. […] Keep on top of oral hygiene to keep your mouth free from sores etc. […] You need to keep on top of the pain relief and take it regularly. […] They will probably put in a RIG or NG tube before you start radiotherapy to help you with eating and taking pain relief. […] My advice would be to not be brave. If you are in pain tell your radiographers who are your daily point of contact. Take all the meds thrown at you and ask for more if they aren’t helping. […] Take each day at a time. Sometimes each hour at a time. It is a challenging journey, but doable. […] Make use of what is available to you – the medical professionals are great, and people here are friendly and helpful.

• #77 Tonsil cancer stage 1 – Macmillan Online Community

  https://community.macmillan.org.uk/cancer_types/head-neck-cancer-forum/f/new-here-say-hello/268762/tonsil-cancer-stage-1

  Hello everyone iv just bin diagnosed with left tonsil cancer need 6 weeks off radiotherapy starting in a couple weeks time dont know what to expect so if anyone can help Id b really grateful thanks Cassie […] Your oncologist will see you each week and prescribe medication, take it exactly as they tell you. It seems counter intuitive to take medication before you have pain, but it is to prevent it rather than to cure it. […] Keep on top of oral hygiene to keep your mouth free from sores etc. […] You need to keep on top of the pain relief and take it regularly. […] They will probably put in a RIG or NG tube before you start radiotherapy to help you with eating and taking pain relief. […] My advice would be to not be brave. If you are in pain tell your radiographers who are your daily point of contact. Take all the meds thrown at you and ask for more if they aren’t helping. […] Take each day at a time. Sometimes each hour at a time. It is a challenging journey, but doable. […] Make use of what is available to you – the medical professionals are great, and people here are friendly and helpful.

• #78 Tonsil Cancer: Symptoms, Signs & Causes

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/21931-tonsil-cancer

  It can be challenging to manage tonsil cancer symptoms and treatment. […] Consider palliative care: This is a supportive treatment that can help you manage cancer symptoms, cancer treatment side effects and other challenges that come with having a serious illness. […] Caught early, healthcare providers can cure tonsil cancer.

• #79 Oropharyngeal (Tonsil) Cancer – Symptoms and Causes

  https://www.uchealth.com/en/conditions/oropharyngeal-cancer

  The short answer is yes, oropharyngeal cancer is curable. However, the treatment for oropharyngeal cancer will vary depending on the stage of the cancer, the location of the tumor, and your overall health. […] Its important to continue talking with your healthcare team about any problems or concerns you may have. […] Cancer treatment is also hard on the body. To help yourself stay healthier, try to: Eat a healthy diet, with as many protein foods as possible. […] Call your provider immediately if you experience any of the following: New symptoms or symptoms that get worse. […] The University of Cincinnati Cancer Center is the region’s only adult academic health system, meaning we are best equipped to care for you or your loved one who is dealing with an oropharyngeal cancer diagnosis.

• #80 Tonsil cancer – Care at Mayo Clinic – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/tonsil-cancer/care-at-mayo-clinic/mac-20367949

  At Mayo Clinic you have access to a variety of experts to help you cope and recover, including specialists in speech and swallowing, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and dietitians. […] Palliative care specialists work with you, your family and the rest of your healthcare team to provide an extra layer of support that complements your ongoing care. […] Mayo Clinic doctors have provided expert care for many people with tonsil cancer. This experience ensures that your care team is prepared with the knowledge and resources to provide you with exactly the care you need.

• #81 Head and Neck Cancer Care – Cancer Center | Loma Linda University Health

  https://lluh.org/cancer-center/cancer-programs/head-and-neck-cancer-care

  Difficulties with speech or swallowing are common challenges for head and neck cancer patients. After treatment, specialists at the Loma Linda University Voice and Swallowing Center are by your side to help address these challenges. Your recovery is guided by a personalized rehabilitation program to give you the best results. […] Your dedicated cancer coordinator will continue to help you get the support you need after treatment, including: Speech language pathologists, who can help you with speech or swallowing disorders.

• #82 Head and Neck Cancer Care – Cancer Center | Loma Linda University Health

  https://lluh.org/cancer-center/cancer-programs/head-and-neck-cancer-care

  Difficulties with speech or swallowing are common challenges for head and neck cancer patients. After treatment, specialists at the Loma Linda University Voice and Swallowing Center are by your side to help address these challenges. Your recovery is guided by a personalized rehabilitation program to give you the best results. […] Your dedicated cancer coordinator will continue to help you get the support you need after treatment, including: Speech language pathologists, who can help you with speech or swallowing disorders.

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