Sigmund Freud, the renowned psychoanalyst, was afflicted with a cancerous tumor in his mouth, specifically an epithelioma, which is a type of squamous cell carcinoma. His tumor was located on the right side of his hard palate and upper jaw, which resulted in a large bony defect in the area after its surgical removal. Freud was a heavy cigar smoker, which is a significant risk factor for the development of oral cancers.
Freud’s cancer was diagnosed in 1923, and over the next 16 years, he underwent more than 30 surgical operations in an attempt to manage the disease. In addition to surgery, Freud’s treatments included the application of prosthesis to fill the defect in his palate and eventually also radiation therapy. Unfortunately, despite the extensive treatments, his condition deteriorated, and he suffered greatly from his illness. Freud’s battle with cancer ultimately led to his death in 1939.
It’s important to note that the understanding of and treatment options for oral and maxillofacial tumors have evolved significantly since Freud’s time, with advancements in surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, and targeted therapies improving outcomes for patients with similar conditions.
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