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Malignant disease conditions 

Cancer is a term covering a wide range of malignant diseases, which contribute significantly to the overall morbidity and mortality of people worldwide. In this section you will learn about common malignant conditions in Africa and their management

Nasopharyngeal Cancer

Nasopharyngeal Cancer

Nasopharyngeal carcinoma is the predominant tumor type arising in the epithelium of the nasopharynx

Head and Neck Cancers Cancer

Head and Neck Cancers Cancer

The oral cavity, pharynx, larynx, nasal cavity, para nasal sinuses, salivary glands, and thyroid.

Kaposi’s sarcoma (KS)

Kaposi’s sarcoma (KS)

It is a malignant tumour of angio–formative cells usually starting from the skin but occasionally involving many other organs of the body.

Malignant Melanoma

Malignant Melanoma

Is a malignant neoplasm of melanocytes or a neoplasm of the cells that develop from melanocytes.

Cancer of the skin

Cancer of the skin

Skin cancers are usually classified into non melanoma and malignant melanoma

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