Early symptoms of male throat cancer

The early symptoms of throat cancer in men usually include persistent cough, hoarseness and a foreign body sensation in the throat. If these symptoms occur, you should seek medical attention as soon as possible to get a clear diagnosis.

Laryngeal cancer is a malignant tumor that may manifest as mild but persistent sore throat or dryness in the early stages, especially when drinking water is difficult to relieve. If you have hoarseness for a long time (more than two weeks), especially without a cold or other infection, you should be more vigilant. There may also be throat discomfort, such as difficulty swallowing or a foreign body sensation in the throat. Some people may cough or even cough up blood. Rare symptoms include dull ear pain, difficulty breathing, or a lump in the neck. These symptoms may be similar to other diseases, so you should not blindly self-diagnose and should combine them with the doctor's examination results.

In order to improve the course of the disease and the quality of life, timely medical treatment when early symptoms appear is the key. High-risk groups (smokers, long-term drinkers, and those exposed to occupational pollutants) should undergo regular laryngeal examinations. Staying away from tobacco and alcohol, avoiding long-term irritation of the throat, and maintaining good eating and rest habits can reduce the risk of disease. Once the diagnosis is clear, treatment options include radiotherapy, microscopic laser surgery, or partial (or total) laryngectomy. Different plans should be formulated by professional doctors according to the specific location and stage of the tumor. Timely detection and intervention can significantly improve the cure rate.