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What is the Larynx?
While most of you may be very familiar with the larynx and its functions, perhaps some of you are not. With this in mind, I found a great little article written at the Chicago Voice Center which is very descriptive (with pictures).
Laryngeal cancer - what causes it?
Laryngeal cancer can occur in numerous locations in the throat. It can have several causes, but smoking, alcohol, or simply having "bad genes" seem to be among the leading culprits.
How is it diagnosed and treated?
The most common early symptoms are a sore throat that will not go away and/or a slowly developing hoarseness of voice. Diagnosis is normally relatively simple and painless; the treatments, however, will vary with the location and severity of the disease. There are many worthwhile sites out on the WEB which talk about the disease, its symptoms, its treatment and post-op support in fairly clear language. They will provide you additional links to other information.
International Association of Laryngectomees (IAL)
CONTENTS: The new, extensive website of the IAL. Contains a wide range of information of immeasurable value to pre- and post-op laryngectomees. Extensive links to alaryngeal speech instructors, local support groups, and suppliers of laryngectomee products and services.
American Cancer Society - Larynx Cancer Site
CONTENTS: This multi-page site covers the entire range of larynx cancer issues: What Is It, Key Statistics, Risk Factors, Causes, Preventions, Detection, Diagnosis, Staging, Treatments Available, Post-Treatment Factors, What To Ask, What's New, Recommended Reading, and References. A GREAT, comprehensive Web Site!!
National Cancer Institute - CancerNet - Head & Neck Cancers
CONTENTS: Information about screening, early detection, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of laryngeal cancer. Links to PDQ files (the NCI's Cancer Information Database, which tells about the current treatments for most cancers, the site linked here is specific for larynx cancer. The information in PDQ is reviewed each month by cancer experts. It is updated when there is new information. The patient information in PDQ also tells about warning signs and how the cancer is found. PDQ also lists information about research on new treatments (clinical trials), doctors who treat cancer, and hospitals with cancer programs.
University of Bonn, Germany - CancerNet Article
CONTENTS: Description (larynx/larynx cancer), treatment option overview, explanation of the stages of the cancer, recurrent cancer, further information guidance.
Medicine Net - MedNet Encyclopedia Article
CONTENTS: Description of larynx and larynx cancer, causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options and methods, new studies, side effects, post-surgery rehabilitation, new voice options, and support groups.
CanSearch - A Guide to Cancer Resources
CONTENTS: Outstanding guide to information, provided by the National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship.
U. of Pennsylvania - OconoLink
CONTENTS: General Information on all Cancers
The Larynx Cancer Online Support Group
As of the end of 2003, this "list" had about 152 active members. You can join this mailing list group by sending the following message "sub LARYNX-C your name" (e.g. sub LARYNX-C Monica Lewinsky) to listserv@listserv.acor.org
Healthtouch OnLine - Laryngeal Cancer
CONTENTS: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatments, Side-Effects, Rehabilitation, Causes and Prevention and Additional Resources for Information.
The Yul Brynner Head and Neck Foundation
CONTENTS: Founded by Yul Brynner and Dr. George Sisson in 1983 to further the education, research, treatment and support for head and neck cancer, the Foundation attempts to spread the word about head and neck cancer and the difficulties incurred by those stricken with the disease - and how these can be overcome until prevention and cure become realities. They sponsor an International Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Week each year.
Voice Rehabilitation After Total Laryngectomy
CONTENTS: Written by Dr. Wilko Grolman in the Netherlands, this Site discusses the different voice rehabilitation techniques available after a total laryngectomy. Many topics are illustrated by images explaining the differences between voice rehabilitation methods.
Support for People with Oral and Head and Neck Cancer, Inc.
CONTENTS: During the past ten years, SPOHNC's program of support has become a source of information for oral and head and neck cancer patients who are trying to gain a better understanding of their illness and their lives. News From SPOHNC, a newsletter published by the organization, hopes to increase awareness of the many ongoing issues related to oral and head and neck cancer while offering information, support and encouragement. Medical information, authored by healthcare professionals and written in lay terminology, is disseminated to patients, their families and friends, and members of the healthcare community. Additional information from research institutes, cancer centers, universities, governmental agencies, medical support groups and from patients themselves is also included in the newsletter. News From SPOHNC helps to increase awareness of the many ongoing issues related to head and neck cancer and to address the broad medical, emotional and humanistic needs of patients empowering each to take an active role in his or her recovery. This newsletter is published nine times each year from September through June. SPOHNC charges a $20.00 annual membership fee.
HealthSCOUT - Laryngeal Cancer
CONTENTS: Another good explanation of Larynx Cancer - symptoms, treatments, clinical trials, definition of terms, many links to further information.
The Head and Neck Surgery Clinic of Houston
CONTENTS: Good, short discussion of True Cord Cancer, Supraglottic Cancer, and Subglottic Squamous Cell Carcinoma; other oral cancers are also addressed.
About.com - Head and Neck Cancer Links
CONTENTS: Great comprehensive listing of Head and Neck Cancer sites on the Internet ... constantly updated.
CONTENTS: Most up-to-date coverage of symptoms, causes and treatments.
Milton J. Dance Jr., Head and Neck Rehabilitation Center
CONTENT: Extensive rehabilitation services for Head and Neck cancer patients.
CONTENT: "Your Link to Clinical Trials" - a matching and referral system designed to simplify your search for promising new cancer treatments.
Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma Organization International (ACC)
CONTENT: A support and EMail information group for those with ACC.
CONTENT: A fellow laryngectomee, UK resident Steve Bishop, a laryngectomee since February of 2001, has created a NEW web site for laryngectomees, families, friends, and professionals. The site is divided into several useful sections: News, What's New, Clubs, Picture Gallery, Useful LINKS, a moderated Forum, a History of the Laryngectomy (the operation), and a section devoted to the operation itself, with post-op pictures from one operation over about eleven days of recuperation.
CONTENT: Another excellent source of information is out on the Internet, edited by Dr. Richard K. Brown. This is an excellent publication for cancer patients and families and is growing rapidly.
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