Oncological Rehabilitation in Otorhinolaryngology
摘要
Head and neck cancer is a complicated disease that has a significant impact on patients and their quality of life. People with head and neck cancer may experience various problems related to treatment and side effects, including pain, fatigue, difficulty in swallowing, restricted jaw movement, taste changes, dry mouth, feeding and communication difficulties, changes in facial appearance, body image dissatisfaction, mood changes, cognitive and behavioral problems, social isolation, and job loss. The burden of the disease on people, health systems, and society as a whole rises when the aging of the global population, the prevalence of the disease, and rising survival rates are taken into account. Comprehensive interdisciplinary rehabilitation approaches are crucial for those who have survived head and neck cancer.