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Head and neck cancer is a collective term for malignant tumours in the head and neck area such as the mouth, throat, nose, sinuses and larynx. Early detection is important, as the tumor can quickly spread to surrounding structures.

Jaw joint pain results from irritation in the jaw joint. Symptoms range from mild to severe and can cause problems when speaking, chewing or yawning.

Mucosal abnormalities in the oral cavity can appear in different colors and shapes. These abnormalities may be local or the result of a general medical condition.

A cervical disc hernia or neck hernia is a bulging of an intervertebral disc at the level of the neck. This can cause nerves to become pinched.

An anal abscess is a pus-filled swelling near the anus or rectum. The abscess usually develops as a result of a bacterial infection in an anal gland.

Appendicitis is an inflammation at the beginning of the colon (appendix). It is often accompanied by severe abdominal pain. Prompt diagnosis and treatment is necessary to prevent complications. The solution is often an appendectomy.