tonsil cancer

HPV-associated squamous cell carcinoma of the oropharynx

HPV-associated squamous cell carcinoma of the oropharynx is a type of cancer that starts in the squamous cells lining the oropharynx, which includes parts of the throat such as the tonsils and the base of the tongue. It is linked to infection with the human papillomavirus (HPV), a common sexually transmitted virus. HPV-associated squamous cell …
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Non-keratinizing squamous cell carcinoma of the oropharynx

What is non-keratinizing squamous cell carcinoma of the oropharynx? Non-keratinizing squamous cell carcinoma (NKSCC) is a type of oropharyngeal cancer. The oropharynx is an area of the throat that includes the tonsils, base of the tongue, uvula, and soft palate. This type of cancer quickly spreads to lymph nodes especially those in the neck. For …
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