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Laryngeal Cancer : In Depth - Overview

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Overview

What Is Laryngeal Cancer?
Laryngeal cancer is when cancer cells develop in the tissue of the larynx, which is the voice box.
Source:StayWell
Date:November 23, 2004
Statistics for Laryngeal Cancer
Some people use statistics to try to figure out their chance of getting cancer or of being cured. Keep in mind, however, that statistics show what happens with large groups of people. Because no two people are alike, you can't use statistics to know or predict what will happen to you. These are some statistics from the American Cancer Society about laryngeal cancer in the United States .
Source:StayWell
Date:November 23, 2004
Am I At Risk for Laryngeal Cancer?
By knowing the risk factors for laryngeal cancer, you can decide what you can and cannot control. A risk factor is something that may increase the chance of developing a disease. Men, African Americans, and people older than age 55 are all at an increased risk for laryngeal cancer. Most risk factors for laryngeal cancer, such as smoking, alcohol abuse, and diet, are things you can control.
Source:StayWell
Date:November 23, 2004
Can I Be Screened for Laryngeal Cancer?
Screening tests check for signs of cancer in people who don't have any symptoms. There is no standard screening test for the early detection of laryngeal cancer that is recommended for the general population. If you have risk factors or symptoms linked to laryngeal cancer, you might want to talk with your doctor about screening. Or he or she may raise the idea of screening with you.
Source:StayWell
Date:November 23, 2004
What Can I Do if I'm At Risk for Laryngeal Cancer?
If you think you may be at risk for getting cancer of the larynx, you should talk with your doctor. The doctor may be able to suggest ways to reduce the risk and set up a schedule for regular checkups.
Source:StayWell
Date:February 1, 2006
What Are the Symptoms of Laryngeal Cancer?
The symptoms of laryngeal cancer depend on the location and size of the tumor. Tumors are most often found on the vocal cords. Although they are not usually painful, they do cause changes in the voice.
Source:StayWell
Date:November 23, 2004
Anatomy of the Larynx
The larynx is in the neck. It is about 2 inches long and looks like a tube. You use the larynx when you breathe, talk, and swallow. The larynx is located at the top of the windpipe, called the trachea. Its walls are made of 4 types of cartilage: cricoid, epiglottis, arytenoids, and thyroid. The thyroid cartilage is commonly referred to as the Adam's apple.
Source:StayWell
Date:February 1, 2006
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