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What is the definition of Ear Cancer?
Ear cancer is a rare malignancy that can occur on the inside or outside of the ear. Most ear cancers occur on the skin outside of the ear. There are several types of ear cancer, including squamous cell carcinoma, basal cell carcinoma, melanoma, adenoid cystic carcinoma, adenocarcinoma, ceruminous adenoma, and rhabdomyosarcoma. Some ear cancers may also involve the surrounding bone or other structures of the head and neck.
What are the symptoms of Ear Cancer?
Symptoms of ear cancer depend on the type and location. Symptoms of ear cancer can include a sore that will not heal, a mole that changes color, skin discoloration, pain, bleeding, drainage, dizziness, headaches, ringing in the ears, hearing loss, swollen lymph nodes, and facial weakness.
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What are the current treatments for Ear Cancer?
Treatment for ear cancer depends on the location and type. Treatments for ear cancer may include surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy.
Who are the top Ear Cancer Local Doctors?
Elite in Ear Cancer
Otolaryngology
Elite in Ear Cancer
Otolaryngology

Office

1515 Holcombe Blvd Unit 441, 
Houston, TX 
Languages Spoken:
English

Paul Gidley is an Otolaryngologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Gidley is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ear Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Ear Cancer, Acoustic Neuroma, Schwannoma, Mastoidectomy, and Tissue Biopsy.

Elite in Ear Cancer
Elite in Ear Cancer
Rome, IT 

Giuseppe Magliulo practices in Rome, Italy. Mr. Magliulo is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Ear Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Ear Cancer, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Cholesteatoma, Endoscopy, and Laryngectomy.

 
 
 
 
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Walton A. Taylor
Experienced in Ear Cancer
General Surgery
Experienced in Ear Cancer
General Surgery

Texas Health Surgical Specialists

8160 Walnut Hill Ln, Ste 306, 
Dallas, TX 
Languages Spoken:
English
Offers Telehealth

Dr. Walton Taylor is a general surgeon specializing in the care of patients with breast cancer and melanoma. He also performs general surgeries, including robotic and laparoscopic procedures.Dr. Taylor grew up in Dallas, Texas. He received his undergraduate degree from Vanderbilt University and attended medical school at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas. After completing medical school, he returned to Dallas to complete his residency at UT Southwestern.Dr. Taylor is a former President of the American Society of Breast Surgeons. During his term as president, he oversaw the development of national guidelines for genetic testing and mammography. He continues to speak nationally on breast cancer, genetics, melanoma, and genomic testing.An active educator for fellow health care professionals, Dr. Taylor serves on Continuing Medical Education committees for the Texas Medical Association, the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education, and is a member of Texas Health Physician Group's Board of Trustees and Credentialing Committee. He also aids in developing educational tools for surgeons.Dr. Taylor describes his patient-centered approach to practice with clarity and conviction. Our practice philosophy is to put patients first. We work to give next-day results to patients and provide easy access to our providers and medical staff. I give my personal cell phone number to every patient so they can contact me directly with any urgent needs or questions. We do not see patients as their medical condition, but rather we see them as people with their own unique circumstances. We are here to treat the whole person and not just focus on the medical problem. Our goal is to treat the condition and make the process as smooth as possible."". Dr. Taylor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ear Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, and Melanoma.

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