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What is Nasopharyngeal Cancer?
The journey toward complete remission begins with knowing essential information about your disease.
Nasopharyngeal cancer is a rare form of head and neck cancer. It arises in the nasopharynx — the upper section of the pharynx, behind the nose. The majority of nasopharyngeal cancers are nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC), which is the most common cancer in the nasopharynx. In the absence of treatment, this malignant disease can impair one’s ability to breathe, speak, hear, as well as cause other complications.
Nasopharyngeal Cancers We Treat at New Hope Unlimited
Carcinoma is cancer that begins in the cells lining the internal and external surfaces of the body (epithelial cells). There are three subtypes of nasopharyngeal carcinoma, all of which originate from epithelial cells lining the nasopharynx. The cells of each type, however, look different under a microscope:
- Non-keratinizing undifferentiated carcinoma of the nasopharynx
- Keratinizing squamous cell carcinoma
- Basaloid squamous cell carcinoma
Other types of nasopharyngeal cancer are:
Primary Nasopharyngeal Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
Lymphomas can sometimes develop in the nasopharynx. They are cancers of immune system cells called lymphocytes.
Primary Nasopharyngeal Adenocarcinoma
Adenocarcinoma often starts in the minor salivary glands in the nasopharynx. But these cancers are more common in the nasal cavity and oral cavity.
Nasopharyngeal Cancer Symptoms in Men and Women
The common signs of nasopharyngeal cancer often include:
- Lump in the neck (most common)
- Blood in the saliva
- Nosebleeds
- Nasal congestion
- Ringing in the ears
- Recurrent ear infections
- Hearing loss
- Face pain or numbness
- Headaches
- Blurry or double vision
- Sore throat
If you have persistent signs and symptoms, consult your physician right away.
Cause of Nasopharyngeal Cancers
Gene mutation that leads to nasopharyngeal carcinoma is not entirely understood, though factors that increase the risk of NPC have been identified. They include:
- Infection with Epstein-Barr virus
- Chemicals released in steam when cooking salt-cured foods
- Excessive alcohol consumption
- Tobacco use
- A family history of nasopharyngeal cancers
If you have risk factors for nasopharyngeal cancer, discuss prevention with your healthcare provider.
Diagnostic Tests for Nasopharyngeal Cancers
Early diagnosis is key to improving your nasopharyngeal cancer prognosis and life expectancy. The following tests and procedures play a role in detecting NETs.
- Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) testing
- Complete blood count (CBC) and other blood tests
- Ultrasound of the neck
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan
- Computed tomography (CT) scan
- Chest X-ray
Why Choose Us for Nasopharyngeal Cancer Alternative Treatments?
Because nasopharyngeal cancer often affects breathing, talking, and hearing abilities, each patient receives full rehabilitation support from New Hope Unlimited and our partners. As such, apart from cancer treatment, your program may include occupational, physical, and speech therapy. Rest assured that our Head and Neck program is among the most active programs in the world. Click here to learn about our treatment strategy.
Our Approach
Advanced Treatments for Nasopharyngeal Cancer
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Personal Care
Patient SatisfactionOur Patient-Centric Medical Facilities
At New Hope Unlimited, we pride ourselves in providing superior comfort, cleanliness, and cancer care at our 8,000 square foot medical treatment center in San Luis Rio Colorado, Mexico. We worked with renowned architects and contractors to create the ideal space for recovery, which includes state-of-the-art lounge areas and spacious private in-rooms that assure the comfort of our patients and their loved ones.
To make our patients feel right at home, we equip each private ward with high-definition U.S. television, quality bedding, and high-speed internet connection. And with proper nutrition playing a vital role in cancer recovery, New Hope Unlimited also fulfills the dietary needs of each patient using fresh, organic produce to prepare breakfasts, lunches, snacks, and dinners.
Comfort and cleanliness are also strictly implemented in our medical treatment rooms, which are equipped with the latest medical supplies and technology to provide the highest standard of care and treatment. Our medical center also has an in-house Hyperbaric Chamber, a well-established therapy for decompression sickness, exclusively available for our patients’ use.
Further, New Hope Unlimited has maintained its exceptional partnership with Hospital Migoo, a medical group composed of certified physicians and specialists committed to our patients’ care and well-being.
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FAQs
1. How common is nasopharyngeal carcinoma?
Nasopharyngeal cancer is rare. According to the American Cancer Society, there is less than one case for every 100,000 people each year in most parts of the world.2. What type of treatments does New Hope offer?
Are you ready to start your journey toward complete remission? From body detoxification to aromatherapy (treatments vary per patient), learn more about our alternative nasopharyngeal carcinoma treatments here.