# Prof. Dr. Ayşenur Meriç Hafız

> Thyroid, salivary gland, oral, laryngeal and neck diseases: diagnosis and surgery by Prof. Dr. Ayşenur Meriç Hafız at her practice in Beşiktaş, Istanbul.

- Address: Dikilitaş Mah. Hakkı Yeten Cad. Selenium Plaza No:10 I/11, Fulya Sk., 34349 Beşiktaş, İstanbul, TR
- Phone: +905358113949
- Email: info@aysenurmerichafiz.com
- Opening hours: Mo-Fr 09:00-17:00
- Languages: English, العربية
- Areas served: Beşiktaş, İstanbul
- This file in other languages: [العربية](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/ar/llms.txt)

The pages give general information about treatments; they are not medical advice or a diagnosis. Specialist in ear, nose and throat diseases and head and neck surgery. Consultations in Turkish and English; this site, for international patients, is published in English and Arabic. Patients in Türkiye: www.aysenurmerichafiz.com. The medical content on this site is general information and does not replace an examination.

## Conditions and treatments

- [Laryngeal Cancer](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/larynx/index.md): The symptoms of laryngeal cancer, how it is diagnosed and staged, the treatment and surgical options, and voice rehabilitation after surgery.
- [Laryngeal Cancer Surgery](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/larynx/laryngeal-cancer-surgery/index.md): The types of operation performed for laryngeal cancer, which method is chosen in which situation, and what to expect after surgery.
- [Laryngeal Cancer: An Overview](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/larynx/laryngeal-cancer/index.md): What laryngeal cancer is, in which parts of the larynx it develops, which symptoms it causes and how its treatment is planned.
- [Recovery and Voice Rehabilitation After Surgery](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/larynx/recovery-and-voice-rehabilitation/index.md): The recovery process after laryngeal cancer surgery, how swallowing and breathing settle, and the ways of regaining the voice.
- [Stages of Laryngeal Cancer](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/larynx/stages/index.md): What staging means in laryngeal cancer, how the disease is classified from stage I to stage IV, and how the stage affects treatment.
- [Symptoms and Diagnosis of Laryngeal Cancer](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/larynx/symptoms-and-diagnosis/index.md): The early and advanced symptoms of laryngeal cancer, which situations call for an examination, and the steps by which the diagnosis is made.
- [Treatment of Laryngeal Cancer](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/larynx/treatment/index.md): The surgical, radiotherapy and chemotherapy options for laryngeal cancer, when each is preferred, and how the treatment plan is drawn up.
- [Lip Cancer](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/lip/index.md): Patient information on the symptoms, types and stages of lip cancer, its surgical treatment, lip reconstruction and recovery after treatment.
- [Lip Cancer: An Overview](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/lip/lip-cancer/index.md): Most lip cancers are squamous cell carcinomas of the lower lip, linked to sun and tobacco: early signs such as a sore that will not heal, diagnosis, treatment.
- [Lip Reconstruction After Cancer Surgery](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/lip/lip-reconstruction/index.md): Repairing the lip after lip cancer surgery: the aims, direct closure, local flaps, free tissue transfer and what to expect afterwards.
- [Recovery After Lip Cancer Treatment](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/lip/recovery-after-treatment/index.md): What to expect in the first days and weeks after lip cancer treatment: eating, scar care, sun protection and long-term follow-up.
- [Surgical Treatment of Lip Cancer](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/lip/surgical-treatment/index.md): Planning lip cancer surgery, the methods used to remove the tumour, checking the surgical margins, treating the neck lymph nodes and additional treatments.
- [Symptoms and Diagnosis of Lip Cancer](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/lip/symptoms-and-diagnosis/index.md): The early and advanced symptoms of lip cancer, precancerous changes, and the diagnostic process through examination, biopsy and imaging.
- [Types and Stages of Lip Cancer](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/lip/types-and-stages/index.md): The main types of lip cancer, tumour grade, the TNM staging system and how stages I to IV influence the treatment plan.
- [Neck Cysts](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/neck-cysts/index.md): Patient information on congenital neck cysts: branchial cleft, thyroglossal duct and dermoid cysts, diagnosis, surgical treatment and Eagle syndrome.
- [Branchial Cleft Cysts](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/neck-cysts/branchial-cleft-cysts/index.md): Congenital branchial cleft cysts located on the side of the neck below the angle of the jaw: their symptoms, diagnosis and surgical treatment.
- [Congenital Neck Cysts](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/neck-cysts/congenital-neck-cysts/index.md): Benign neck cysts formed from tissue remnants left behind during development in the womb: their types, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment approach.
- [Dermoid Cysts of the Neck](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/neck-cysts/dermoid-cysts-of-the-neck/index.md): Dermoid cysts containing skin-like tissue, located in the midline of the neck or the floor of the mouth: their symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.
- [Diagnosis of Neck Cysts](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/neck-cysts/diagnosis-of-neck-cysts/index.md): How it is determined whether a lump in the neck is a cyst: examination, ultrasound, further imaging and needle biopsy, step by step.
- [Eagle Syndrome](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/neck-cysts/eagle-syndrome/index.md): One-sided throat, ear and neck pain caused by an elongated styloid process: the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options of Eagle syndrome.
- [Surgical Treatment of Neck Cysts](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/neck-cysts/surgical-treatment-of-neck-cysts/index.md): Why neck cysts are removed surgically, how the operation is performed, which structures are protected and how recovery progresses.
- [Thyroglossal Duct Cysts](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/neck-cysts/thyroglossal-duct-cysts/index.md): A congenital cyst in the midline of the neck that moves on swallowing: its symptoms, diagnosis and surgical treatment.
- [Pharyngeal Cancer](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/pharynx/index.md): Patient information on the types of pharyngeal cancer, its symptoms, diagnostic methods, treatment options and recovery after treatment.
- [Hypopharyngeal Cancer](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/pharynx/hypopharyngeal-cancer/index.md): The symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options for cancer that develops in the hypopharynx, the part of the throat behind the voice box.
- [Oropharyngeal Cancer](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/pharynx/oropharyngeal-cancer/index.md): Symptoms, link with HPV, diagnosis and treatment options for oropharyngeal cancer, which develops in the tonsils, base of the tongue and soft palate.
- [Pharyngeal Cancer: An Overview](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/pharynx/pharyngeal-cancer/index.md): What pharyngeal cancer is, which parts of the throat it affects, the symptoms it causes, and how diagnosis and treatment are planned.
- [Recovery After Pharyngeal Cancer Treatment](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/pharynx/recovery-after-treatment/index.md): What to expect after pharyngeal cancer treatment in terms of swallowing, eating, speech and returning to daily life, and what helps recovery.
- [Symptoms and Diagnosis of Pharyngeal Cancer](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/pharynx/symptoms-and-diagnosis/index.md): Which symptoms of pharyngeal cancer need attention, and how the diagnosis is made through examination, endoscopy, biopsy and imaging.
- [Treatment of Pharyngeal Cancer](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/pharynx/treatment/index.md): Surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy options for pharyngeal cancer, how treatment is planned, and the side effects that may be expected during treatment.
- [Salivary Gland Tumours](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/salivary-glands/index.md): Patient information on salivary gland tumours, parotid and submandibular gland tumours, salivary gland cancer, surgery and recovery after surgery.
- [Parotid Gland Tumours](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/salivary-glands/parotid-gland-tumours/index.md): The symptoms of parotid gland tumours, how they are diagnosed, and their surgical treatment (parotidectomy), in which the facial nerve is protected.
- [Recovery After Salivary Gland Surgery](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/salivary-glands/recovery-after-salivary-gland-surgery/index.md): The first days after salivary gland surgery, wound care, diet, temporary effects such as facial nerve weakness and numbness, and returning to daily life.
- [Salivary Gland Cancer](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/salivary-glands/salivary-gland-cancer/index.md): The types of salivary gland cancer, its symptoms, diagnosis and staging, and the treatment approaches, including surgery and radiotherapy.
- [Salivary Gland Surgery](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/salivary-glands/salivary-gland-surgery/index.md): How parotidectomy and submandibular gland excision are performed; preparation before surgery, protection of the facial nerve and possible risks.
- [Salivary Gland Tumours: An Overview](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/salivary-glands/salivary-gland-tumours/index.md): The types of salivary gland tumours, the differences between benign and malignant tumours, their symptoms, diagnostic methods and treatment approaches.
- [Submandibular Gland Tumours](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/salivary-glands/submandibular-gland-tumours/index.md): The symptoms of submandibular gland tumours, how they are told apart from stones and inflammation, how they are diagnosed and their surgical treatment.
- [Thyroid Diseases](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/thyroid/index.md): Thyroid nodules; papillary, follicular and medullary thyroid cancer; thyroid surgery and the postoperative period, explained for patients.
- [Follicular Thyroid Cancer](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/thyroid/follicular-thyroid-cancer/index.md): The features of follicular thyroid cancer, why it is hard to diagnose by biopsy, treatment with surgery and radioactive iodine, and follow-up.
- [Medullary Thyroid Cancer](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/thyroid/medullary-thyroid-cancer/index.md): Medullary thyroid cancer, which arises from C cells: its familial and sporadic forms, symptoms, diagnosis, calcitonin follow-up and surgical treatment.
- [Papillary Thyroid Cancer](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/thyroid/papillary-thyroid-cancer/index.md): The features, symptoms, diagnosis, surgical treatment and follow-up of papillary cancer, the most common type of thyroid cancer.
- [Thyroid Cancer](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/thyroid/thyroid-cancer/index.md): The types of thyroid cancer, its symptoms, diagnosis and staging, surgery-based treatment and the follow-up process.
- [Thyroid Nodules and Their Treatment](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/thyroid/thyroid-nodules/index.md): What a thyroid nodule is, which nodules are monitored and which need a biopsy or surgery; symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options.
- [Thyroid Surgery and Postoperative Care](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/thyroid/thyroid-surgery-and-aftercare/index.md): The types of thyroid surgery, preparation before the operation, what to expect in the first days, possible risks and what to pay attention to during recovery.
- [Tongue and Oral Cavity Cancers](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/tongue-and-oral-cavity/index.md): Cancers of the tongue, floor of the mouth, gums and inner cheek; their symptoms, how they are diagnosed, surgical treatment and recovery after surgery.
- [Diagnosis and Treatment of Oral Cancers](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/tongue-and-oral-cavity/diagnosis-and-treatment-of-oral-cancers/index.md): A step-by-step account of the diagnostic and treatment pathway in oral cancers, from examination and biopsy to imaging, staging, surgery and radiotherapy.
- [Floor of the Mouth Cancer](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/tongue-and-oral-cavity/floor-of-the-mouth-cancer/index.md): The symptoms, risk factors, diagnostic methods, surgical treatment and postoperative course of cancer arising in the floor of the mouth beneath the tongue.
- [Gum and Inner Cheek Cancer](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/tongue-and-oral-cavity/gum-and-inner-cheek-cancer/index.md): The symptoms of gum and inner cheek cancers, how they differ from dental disease, diagnostic methods, surgical treatment and the postoperative course.
- [Oral Cavity Cancer](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/tongue-and-oral-cavity/oral-cavity-cancer/index.md): The shared features of cancers arising from the lining of the mouth: risk factors, precancerous lesions, symptoms, diagnosis and the approach to treatment.
- [Recovery After Tongue and Oral Cavity Surgery](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/tongue-and-oral-cavity/recovery-after-tongue-and-oral-cavity-surgery/index.md): The first days in hospital after tongue and oral cavity surgery, nutrition, speech and swallowing, oral care and what to expect in the longer term.
- [Tongue Cancer](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/tongue-and-oral-cavity/tongue-cancer/index.md): The symptoms, risk factors, diagnostic methods and surgical treatment of tongue cancer, and what to expect after surgery.

## The surgeon

- [About](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/about/index.md): ENT and head and neck surgeon Prof. Dr. Ayşenur Meriç Hafız: Istanbul Medical Faculty, Bezmialem, Cleveland Clinic, Koç University; in Beşiktaş since 2022.

## Blog

- [Branchial cleft cyst treatment](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/blog/branchial-cleft-cyst-treatment/index.md): Why surgery is usually recommended for a branchial cleft cyst, what the operation involves and why the cyst is removed together with its tract.
- [Branchial cleft cyst](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/blog/branchial-cleft-cyst/index.md): A neck cyst present from birth but usually noticed in the twenties: its two forms, cyst and fistula, the signs of infection and when it is operated on.
- [Causes and risk factors of thyroid cancer](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/blog/causes-of-thyroid-cancer/index.md): What causes thyroid cancer is not fully known: genetic changes, and three factors that raise the risk (female sex, radiation and inherited syndromes).
- [How are enlarged lymph nodes diagnosed?](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/blog/diagnosing-enlarged-lymph-nodes/index.md): An enlarged lymph node in the neck without a recent infection should be checked. The steps: history, examination, blood tests, ultrasound, imaging and biopsy.
- [Eagle syndrome treatment](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/blog/eagle-syndrome-treatment/index.md): Shortening the styloid process is the main treatment for Eagle syndrome: the approaches through the mouth, through the neck and with an endoscope compared.
- [Eagle syndrome](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/blog/eagle-syndrome/index.md): A little-known cause of throat pain that worsens when you yawn or turn your head, with pain spreading to the ear: an elongated styloid, or Eagle syndrome.
- [Will I get facial paralysis after salivary gland surgery?](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/blog/facial-paralysis-after-salivary-gland-surgery/index.md): The facial nerve runs through the parotid gland: why salivary gland surgery can weaken the face, the signs of facial paralysis, and how a nerve monitor helps.
- [How does tongue cancer develop?](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/blog/how-does-tongue-cancer-develop/index.md): From dental trauma to HPV: the factors that raise the risk of tongue cancer, its first signs, and which sores need to be examined by a doctor.
- [How is tongue cancer treated?](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/blog/how-is-tongue-cancer-treated/index.md): From surgery through the mouth to robotic surgery and radiotherapy: the treatment options for tongue cancer and how the decision is made.
- [Is a neck ultrasound always necessary during a check-up?](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/blog/neck-ultrasound-during-check-up/index.md): Neck ultrasound in a routine check-up: what it shows, and why it is recommended. A short, clear assessment to read before your check-up.
- [What is a salivary gland tumour? Causes and symptoms](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/blog/salivary-gland-tumour-causes-and-symptoms/index.md): What a salivary gland tumour is, whether it is serious, what causes it and its first signs: a short, plain-language guide to tumours that are mostly benign.
- [Thyroglossal duct cyst](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/blog/thyroglossal-duct-cyst/index.md): A common cause of a swelling in the exact midline of the neck: the thyroglossal duct cyst. Its diagnosis and the operation that prevents recurrence.
- [Treatments for thyroid cancer](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/blog/thyroid-cancer-treatments/index.md): From thyroidectomy and lobectomy to hormone therapy and radioactive iodine: a guide that walks through the steps of thyroid cancer treatment one by one.
- [Thyroid ultrasound](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/blog/thyroid-ultrasound/index.md): A quick and radiation-free imaging method: the role of thyroid ultrasound in assessing nodules and what it can tell you during your examination.
- [Salivary gland tumours: diagnosis, treatment and the risks of surgery](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/blog/treatment-of-salivary-gland-tumours/index.md): Ultrasound first, MRI and a needle biopsy if needed; surgery that is usually enough on its own, and protecting the facial nerve: from diagnosis to treatment.
- [What are the symptoms of thyroid cancer?](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/blog/what-are-the-symptoms-of-thyroid-cancer/index.md): From a swelling in the neck to a change in the voice: a short, plain-language guide to the warning signs of thyroid cancer and when to see a doctor.
- [What is thyroid cancer?](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/blog/what-is-thyroid-cancer/index.md): A short introductory article explaining, in plain language, the thyroid gland, what it does and how thyroid cancer develops. You can start the series here.
- [Why does a salivary gland swell?](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/blog/why-does-a-salivary-gland-swell/index.md): Stones, infections such as mumps, tumours, cysts and autoimmune diseases such as Sjögren’s syndrome: the common causes of a swollen salivary gland.
- [Will I lose my voice?](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/blog/will-i-lose-my-voice/index.md): The question laryngeal cancer patients ask most often. What to expect at each stage, how the voice is preserved and, when necessary, how it is regained.

## The practice

- [Prof. Dr. Ayşenur Meriç Hafız](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/index.md): Thyroid, salivary gland, oral, laryngeal and neck diseases: diagnosis and surgery by Prof. Dr. Ayşenur Meriç Hafız at her practice in Beşiktaş, Istanbul.
- [Blog](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/blog/index.md): Articles for patients by Prof. Dr. Ayşenur Meriç Hafız on thyroid, salivary gland, neck and laryngeal diseases.
- [Contact](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/contact/index.md): The practice of Prof. Dr. Ayşenur Meriç Hafız: Selenium Plaza, Fulya, Beşiktaş / Istanbul. WhatsApp and phone: +90 535 811 39 49. Weekdays 09:00–17:00.
- [Frequently asked questions](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/faq/index.md): Appointments, languages, insurance, hours and travel from abroad, and common questions on thyroid, salivary gland, mouth, throat and lip cancers and neck cysts.
- [Publications and works](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/publications/index.md): Articles in international and national peer-reviewed journals, book chapters and conference papers by Prof. Dr. Ayşenur Meriç Hafız.
- [Treatment areas](https://www.profaysenurmerichafiz.com/treatments/index.md): Thyroid, salivary gland, tongue and oral cavity, laryngeal, pharyngeal and lip cancers, and neck cysts: the treatment areas of Prof. Dr. Ayşenur Meriç Hafız.

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