Can patients with nasopharyngeal carcinoma drink tea?

Written by Xu Qing Tian
Otolaryngology
Updated on May 17, 2025
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Patients with nasopharyngeal carcinoma can drink tea in their daily lives. Nasopharyngeal carcinoma is one of the most common malignant tumors in the field of otorhinolaryngology. Its early clinical manifestations mainly include nasopharyngeal bleeding, nasal congestion, and poor nasal ventilation as the main symptoms. When these symptoms appear, they should be taken seriously, and timely comprehensive examinations such as electronic nasopharyngoscopy and paranasal sinus CT scans should be conducted. When a nasopharyngeal tumor is detected, a timely pathological biopsy should be undertaken to determine the nature of the patient's condition, aiming for early detection and early treatment. Additionally, enhancing nutrition and strengthening physical exercise can help improve one's resistance and reduce the occurrence of diseases.

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Can nasopharyngeal carcinoma be treated?

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Causes of Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma

Nasopharyngeal carcinoma is a highly prevalent malignant tumor in China, especially common in the Guangdong and Guangxi regions, as well as other coastal areas including Hunan, Fujian, and Jiangxi. These regions are among the highest incidence areas for nasopharyngeal carcinoma worldwide. The incidence rate in males is three times that of females, with the age group of 40 to 50 years being particularly at risk. The occurrence of nasopharyngeal carcinoma is associated with genetic, viral, and environmental factors, exhibiting racial and familial patterns. In areas like Guangzhou and the Pearl River Delta, it is possible for five out of nine people in the same family to have nasopharyngeal carcinoma. Infection with the Epstein-Barr virus is also one of the causes of nasopharyngeal carcinoma, in addition to environmental factors. Areas with low trace elements in rice and water, as well as low fluoride levels, are prone to higher incidences of this cancer. Patients with nasopharyngeal carcinoma typically have higher fluoride levels in their hair, and nitrites are also one of the major contributing factors to the condition.

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How should nasopharyngeal carcinoma be examined?

Nasopharyngeal carcinoma is a relatively common otolaryngological disease and is also considered as one of the common head and neck malignant tumors. For diagnosis, an initial examination that can be conducted is nasopharyngoscopy. Through nasopharyngeal endoscopy, most patients can see changes in the nasopharynx due to new growths, which suggests considering a pathological biopsy test. This helps in obtaining a pathological diagnosis and allows for analysis and typing of the pathology. At the same time, imaging exams are necessary, with nasopharyngeal CT or MRI being commonly used. Additionally, it is recommended to test for the Epstein-Barr virus, as some patients’ condition could be a result of a long-term infection with this virus.