What are the Treatment Options if Cancer is Detected?
If nasopharyngeal cancer is diagnosed, the treatment plan will depend on the stage and extent of the cancer. Common treatment options include:
- Radiation therapy: Often used as the primary treatment, especially for early-stage nasopharyngeal cancer. - Chemotherapy: May be combined with radiation therapy, particularly in more advanced stages. - Surgery: Less common due to the challenging location of the nasopharynx, but may be considered in certain cases. - Targeted therapy: Uses drugs that specifically target cancer cells without affecting normal cells.
