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Besides surgery, how else are head and neck cancers treated?
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Dr. Ritesh Rathoreanswered
Hematology and Oncology 32 years experience
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.
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Dr. Gene Wonganswered
Radiation Oncology 43 years experience
Combined treatment: Head and neck cancer patients are usually seen in a combined clinic with surgeons, radiation oncologist and medical oncologist. In most early cases, surgery may be adequate but in early throat cancer, radiation is preferred. In advanced cases, combination of surgery, chemotherapy and radiation may be required and the sequence is individualized.
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