Question 1

what is the definition or description of: ent and head and neck surgery?

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ENT: Stands for ear nose and throat.  An ENT is also called an otolaryngologist.

Question 2

i am post head and neck surgery and radiation for scc of my upper jaw and palate. my ct shows otomastoid opacification on that side. how is that treat?

Accepted Answer

Depends on cause.: We have to know your symptoms &amp; look at the CT scan (often examine ears as well) to come to a diagnosis. You've described the CT appearance (darkened mastoid cells) but the CAUSE was not mentioned. Is it an infection? Treat it with antibiotics. Is it from an allergic reaction? Treat with antihistamines. Is it from radiation? Hyperbaric oxygen is only known treatment for late effects of radiation.

Question 3

besides surgery, how else are head and neck cancers treated?

Accepted Answer

Chemo, Radiation: Besides surgery, radiation and chemotherapy are typically used. Radiation is used in both early as well advanced cancers while chemotherapy is used in advanced cancers and those cases where the cancer has recurred.

Question 4

since surgery is a frequently used in treating head and neck cancers, is there a risk of disfigurement?

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Yes: Unfortunately certain surgeries such as neck dissection, lip surgery, etc. Carry the risk of disfigurement. Discussing planned surgery with your surgeon and reconstructive options such as plastic surgery consultation is important. Certain surgeries can be avoided and treatment with combined chemotherapy & radiotherapy can be done instead.

Question 5

i have fd of left femur (head and neck) approx 1 x 3 inches. 2 pins and bone graft w/ surgery in 2002. should i have restrictions on lifting?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: Your exact repair is not entirely clear from your message however in general only months after repair the bones is as strong or stronger than it was prior, unless you had abnormal healing.  You should double check with your orthopedist to find out if they had any such concerns,  usually you should also have physical therapy that would have stipulated weight bearing.  Be well

Question 6

type of titanium-used in neck surgery?

Accepted Answer

Be more specific: What did you have done?  Spinal fusion? Titanium is just that, it's a non ferromagnetic metal, so it doesn't affect airport screening devices or MRI scanners.  You need to provide more details and let us know what is your concern to better help you.

Question 7

i want to know can you die from neck surgery?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes, you can die from any surgery, as all surgery carries known risks and known complications.

Question 8

what is the definition or description of: neck surgery?

Accepted Answer

Neck Surgery Defined: This is a very broad term.  It refers to any procedure performed on the structures of the neck, ranging from cosmetic (facelift/necklift/rhytidectomy), to traumatic (neck exploration for injury), to cancer (neck dissection of lymph nodes), to endocrinologic (thyroid/parathyroidectomy), to arthritic (vertebral fusion or disc herniation repair).    www.mainlineent.com.

Question 9

does neck surgery affect your voice?

Accepted Answer

Yes: If there is damage to recurrent laryngeal nerve during the surgery.It will affect the voice and can cause hoarseness or loss of voice aka aphonia.

Question 10

what to do if i have acdf neck surgery?

Accepted Answer

Enjoy: In a properly selected patient, an acdf can be a remarkably successful procedure.  Hopefully you will enjoy tremendous pain relief and will follow your surgeons postoperative protocol.

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What is the definition or description of: ent and head and neck surgery?

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I am post head and neck surgery and radiation for scc of my upper jaw and palate. my ct shows otomastoid opacification on that side. how is that treat?

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Besides surgery, how else are head and neck cancers treated?

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Since surgery is a frequently used in treating head and neck cancers, is there a risk of disfigurement?

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I have fd of left femur (head and neck) approx 1 x 3 inches. 2 pins and bone graft w/ surgery in 2002. should i have restrictions on lifting?

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Type of titanium-used in neck surgery?

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I want to know can you die from neck surgery?

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What is the definition or description of: neck surgery?

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Does neck surgery affect your voice?

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What to do if i have acdf neck surgery?

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