Nasopharyngeal carcinoma physical examination

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Overview

The doctor will perform a physical exam. This may show a lump on the outside of the neck.

Tests may include:

• Biopsy of suspected tumor
• Chest x-ray
• CT scan of chest
• CT scan of head and neck

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