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Dr Santhosh Kumar N
Dr. Santhosh Kumar N
Consultant - Head and Neck Surgery
MBBS, MS (ENT), Fellowship (Head and Neck Surgical Oncology (RCC), Foundation course (Pain & Palliative medicine), CO2 laser training( Head & Neck Cancer), Professional certificate programme (eMDP) in Business (IIM)
Dr. Santhosh is a highly experienced Head and Neck Surgeon expertise in treating and performing surgeries for head and neck cancer. He joined ASTER ME…
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Aster Medcity Kochi, Aster Mother Areekode
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Head and Neck Oncology, Surgical Oncology
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How should I prepare for my first visit to the head and neck oncologist?

When visiting a head and neck oncologist for the first time, you should know critical pointers regarding your head and neck diseases. You can also take necessary medical records such as blood reports, overall health checkups, and ongoing medications.

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How do head and neck oncologists decide if surgery is necessary?

Head and neck oncologists and other doctors make surgical decisions based on various factors, such as analysing the severity of the tumour (size, location, stage), the specific type of cancer, and the patient's overall health conditions. Our head and neck oncologist prepares several options for complete care.

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What digestive system conditions do head and neck oncologists attend to?

The oral cavity is generally connected with the digestive system, and hence, head and neck oncologists look after problems related to these organs. They also offer complete medical support in certain scenarios. Our head and neck oncologist also offers the necessary medications for complete relief.

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Will a head and neck oncologist help manage side effects during treatment?

Yes, they do. They address the possible problems associated with your specific treatment plan. They also recommend medications or strategies to minimise the severity of certain side effects. At Aster Mother, our head and neck oncologist in Areekode closely monitors patients and offers effective support.

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When should I consider seeing a head and neck oncologist?

You should consider seeing a head and neck oncologist if you have a sore throat, consistent pain in the ears, difficulty swallowing, sinus infections, throat infections, hoarseness, facial numbness, bleeding in the mouth, unexplained neck pain, or several other health problems.

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What advancements or technologies are utilised by head and neck oncologists?

Head and neck oncologists use several advancements and technologies to diagnose patients. These include digital imaging devices such as PET/CT scans and advanced MRI techniques, techniques like robotic surgery, biopsy tools, recovery medications and equipment, nebulisers, cardiac monitors, and many more.

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What is the role of a head and neck oncologist in a patient's treatment?

Head and neck oncologists play a central role in a patient's cancer journey. They conduct comprehensive evaluations to assess the patient's overall health and collaborate with other doctors to implement treatment plans. At Aster Mother, our head and neck oncologist in Areekode closely monitors patients throughout treatment.

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What are the most common types of conditions that head and neck oncologists treat?

Head and neck oncologists specialise in diagnosing and managing various symptoms related to head or neck cancers. These include the oral cavity (mouth), oropharynx (base of tongue, tonsils), larynx (voice box), hypopharynx (lower part of the pharynx), and salivary glands.

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What question should you ask a head and neck oncologist?

There are several important questions you can ask a head and neck oncologist. These include how much experience they have, how they treat critical head and neck symptoms, what treatment options they avail, and whether they offer surgery, what they do to provide recovery.

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Who is a head and neck oncologist, and what do they do?

A head and neck oncologist provides the most effective treatments for tumours and cancers of the head and neck. These experts are highly specialised medical doctors who work with other doctors to prepare more effective treatment plans along with recovery medications.

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