Nasopharyngeal (Nose) Cancer | NUH Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery

Nasopharyngeal cancer (NPC), also known as nose cancer, is the 3rd most common cancer among middle-aged men in Singapore. It is 3 times more prevalent in males aged 40 to 60, particularly those of Chinese or Malay ethnicity. Dr Joshua Tay, a Senior Consultant at the Department of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery, discusses the risk factors, symptoms, and diagnosis of NPC. He also shares available treatment options and addresses frequently asked questions (FAQs). Find out more about NPC at: https://www.nuh.com.sg/health-resources/diseases-and-conditions/nasopharynx-cancer Find out more about ENT-related services at: https://www.nuh.com.sg/care-at-nuh/specialties/otolaryngology-head-and-neck-surgery 00:00 - Introduction 00:36 – Risk factors for nasopharyngeal cancer (NPC) 00:48 – Symptoms of nasopharyngeal cancer (NPC) 01:38 – Diagnosis of nasopharyngeal cancer (NPC) 02:28 – Treatment for nasopharyngeal cancer (NPC) 03:19 – FAQs Brought to you by the Department of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery. #NUHOtolaryngology #ENT #NUHENT #Cancer #Nose #NasopharyngealCancer #NasopharynxCancer