Does nasopharyngeal carcinoma have a fast incubation period? How to prevent it?

During the incubation period of cancer, if it can be treated in time, it can ensure good health and prolong life. Nasopharyngeal cancer also has a certain incubation period. So, is the incubation period of nasopharyngeal cancer fast? How to prevent it?

The cause of nasopharyngeal carcinoma has not been clearly discussed. Most of them believe that its incidence is the result of the interaction of various factors. The incidence of nasopharyngeal carcinoma is the result of the interaction of internal and external factors: the weakness of the righteousness and the dysfunction of the organs, the evil toxins will take advantage of the opportunity to enter and gradually form cancer. The organ dysfunction is mainly the lung, spleen, liver, and kidney. The in vitro pathogenic factors are related to climate, environment, bad habits, and mental factors. Due to various adverse stimuli, pathological changes occur in the internal organs, leading to stagnation of qi and blood, phlegm turbidity, and fire poison, which leads to blockage of meridians and the formation of lumps.

Due to the different physical fitness of patients, the incubation period is also different. Generally speaking, the incubation period is 3-5 years, but nasopharyngeal cancer does not appear as soon as it occurs. Because the onset of nasopharyngeal cancer is hidden, the early symptoms are very mild and often do not attract people's attention. Some take 3 to 5 years, 10 years or even longer. Nasopharyngeal cancer has a certain incubation period, so you should pay attention to subtle changes in your body in your daily life, so that you can find out whether you have nasopharyngeal cancer early.

To prevent nasopharyngeal cancer, you should pay attention to avoid Epstein-Barr virus infection. Patients with Epstein-Barr virus infection have a high risk of nasopharyngeal cancer, and the infection rate is positively correlated with the incidence of nasopharyngeal cancer. In areas with a high incidence of nasopharyngeal cancer, Epstein-Barr virus infection is not only widespread, but also infected at a very young age. Therefore, Epstein-Barr virus infection should be prevented and treated early; pay attention to diet structure and living habits. Eat less or no salted fish, meat and other foods containing a large amount of nitrosocyanate compounds. Do not eat foods with high metal content. Eat more foods containing a lot of vitamins, such as fruits and vegetables. Do not smoke or drink.

We know that the incubation period of nasopharyngeal carcinoma varies from person to person. Patients can refer to the above introduction and take appropriate preventive measures under the guidance of a pharmacist.