Both pharyngeal cancer and purulent tonsillitis share some similar symptoms, such as difficulty swallowing, sore throat, or swelling in the neck. These overlaps can cause confusion between the two conditions. Let’s explore the specific symptoms of each condition and how to distinguish between them.

Sore throat and coughing up blood are critical symptoms. If not treated promptly and properly, they can lead to serious health complications such as respiratory tract infections, ear, nose, and throat cancers, lung cancer, and even death.

Complete treatment for pharyngitis requires time, while patients often stop medication once symptoms improve, causing the pharyngitis to become chronic. If not diagnosed and treated in time, the disease can lead to serious complications, including nasopharyngeal cancer.

Nasopharyngeal cancer is more likely to occur in people with unhealthy lifestyle habits and family history. When there are symptoms of flu, runny nose that cannot be cured, the patient should go to the doctor to check the throat early for timely treatment.