In most cases, laryngeal and hypopharyngeal cancers are found because of the symptoms they cause, for example: hoarseness or voice changes.
Laryngeal cancers that form on the vocal cords (glottis) often cause hoarseness or a change in the voice. This can lead to them being found at a very early stage. People who have voice changes (like hoarseness) that do not improve within 2 weeks should see their health care provider right away.
A risk factor is anything that affects your chance of getting a disease such as cancer.
Different cancers have different risk factors. For example, smoking is a risk factor for many cancers including cancer of the lung. Exposing skin to strong sunlight is a risk factor for skin cancer.
Digital Rectal Examination and PSA are two of the best ways to screen for prostate cancer.
The American Cancer Society recommends that the PSA test and the DRE should be offered annually beginning at age 50 to men who have a life expectancy of at least 10 years. Men at high risk should begin testing at age 45. Prior to testing, men should have an opportunity to learn about the benefits and limitations of testing for early prostate cancer detection and treatment.
When colon cancers are detected and treated at an early state (and have not spread beyond the colon or rectum) they are cured in 90% of all cases.
For people at normal risk of colon cancer, the American Cancer Society recommends that beginning at age 45, men and women should follow one of these five testing options:
All women should know about their breast cancer risk — a factor that varies with age and family history. Learn about when, how and why to get screened.
Pre-COVID photo. Mammography is an important tool for detecting breast cancer early.
Of all the gynecologic cancers, only cervical cancer has proven prevention and screening tools
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection in the U.S. according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). It’s so common that nearly all sexually active men and women will have it at some point in their lives. In most cases, HPV goes away on its own and does not cause any health problems.
Oral Cancer forms in the tissues of the lip or mouth. This includes the front two thirds of the tongue, the upper and lower gums, the lining inside the cheeks and lips, the bottom of the mouth under the tongue, the bony top of the mouth, and the small area behind the wisdom teeth.
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