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Suggest Treatment For Sore Throat And Persistent Weight Loss

My husband is 45 years old, he is an alcoholic, drinking at least 20 beers per day and a smoker of 2 packs per day, he is losing weight and now complains of a sore throat for 3-4 weeks, he states it feels tight and swollen. I am concerned it may be serious, he is scared to go see a doctor. I think he needs to be seen, I am guessing I am correct?
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Hi,

Yes, you are definitely right. Being an alcoholic and a smoker puts him at a high risk of developing cancer involving the oral cavity, larynx along with cirrhosis of the liver. Do consult an ENT specialist along with a physician to rule out possible malignancies.

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Suggest Treatment For Sore Throat And Persistent Weight Loss

Hi, Yes, you are definitely right. Being an alcoholic and a smoker puts him at a high risk of developing cancer involving the oral cavity, larynx along with cirrhosis of the liver. Do consult an ENT specialist along with a physician to rule out possible malignancies. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.