Throat cancer is more common in those with a history of smoking or heavy drinking but can affect anyone, including a rise in HPV-related cases recently. Symptoms may include sore throat, weight loss, ear pain, voice changes, and neck lumps. Diagnosis may involve laryngoscopy, blood tests, CT scans, and biopsies.
Tonsillitis
Tonsils are small tissue masses located at the back of the throat. Their purpose in early life is to sequester infections entering through the mouth and prevent travel further down into the lungs. However, tonsils sometimes become overwhelmed by infection or enlarge to the point of obstructing breathing. Chronic infections may also lead to small stones that can lead to discomfort, bad breath, and sometimes social distress. In these instances, the tonsils become more problematic than beneficial and may be removed with tonsillectomy.
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