Head and neck General Information Flashcards
1
Q
What are the common symptoms associated with head and neck problems?
A
Sore throat Dyphonia Dysphagia Odynophagia Mouth/throat ulcer Neck lumps
2
Q
When is auscultation used in a head and neck examination?
A
Thyroid bruit (Grave's disease) Carotid bruit ( Carotid stenosis)
3
Q
What are the common investigations used in head and neck?
A
Fine needle aspiration CT/MRI/PET Ultrasound X ray Contrast swallow Endoscopy
4
Q
What are the common questions when asking about neck lumps?
A
How long? Site? Fluctuates? Sore? Other head and neck symptoms? Travel?
5
Q
What are common causes of hoarseness?
A
Laryngitis Infection Smoking Reflux Laryngeal cancer
