Nasopharyngeal carcinoma physical examination
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Homa Najafi, M.D.[2]Faizan Sheraz, M.D. [3]
Overview
Patients with nasopharyngeal carcinoma usually appear normal. Physical examination of patients with nasopharyngeal carcinoma is usually remarkable for neck swelling, hearing loss and nasal obstruction.
Physical Examination
Appearance of the Patient
- Patients with nasopharyngeal carcinoma usually appear normal
Ears
- There may be diminished hearing
Throat
- The throat may be erythematous
Neck
- Neck swelling may be present
Musculoskeletal
- Joint tenderness may be present
Appearance of the Patient
- Patients with CNL usually well-appearing.
Vital Signs
Skin
HEENT
- HEENT examination of patients with CNL is usually normal.
Neck
Lungs
- Pulmonary examination of patients with CNL is usually normal.
Heart
- Cardiovascular examination of patients with CNL is usually normal.
Chest
Abdomen
Genitourinary
Extremities
- Extremities examination of patients with CNL is usually normal.