Elizabeth Katz, MD presented an updated discussion on the effects of human papilloma virus (HPV) and its relationship to head and neck cancer. Dr. Katz discussed the effects that the virus has on tongue and tonsil tissue and the increase in cancer identified in patients infected by the virus. Dr. Katz reviewed that virus related cancer may target younger individuals who may not smoke.
If you would like to learn more information about the effects of HPV or to schedule an appointment for evaluation, please contact ENT of Athens at (706) 546-7908.