Head and Neck Cancer
27 Articles & Excerpts
Lip and Oral Cavity Cancer
by National Cancer Institute
Lip and oral cavity cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the lips or mouth. Most lip and oral cavity cancers start in squamous cells, the thin, flat cells that line the lips and oral cavity.
Cancer of the Larynx : Tracheoesophageal Puncture, Mechanical and Esophageal Speech
by National Cancer Institute
Talking is part of nearly everything we do, so it's natural to be scared if your voice box must be removed. Losing the ability to talk - even for a short time - is hard. Patients and their families and friends need understanding and support during
Oral Cancer on Rise
by Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
The seventh most common cancer - oral cancer - may be on the rise because of the increased use of snuff and chewing tobacco, or smokeless tobacco, among teenage boys. Oral cancer occurs on the lip, tongue, or floor of the mouth.
Head and Neck Cancer FAQ : Part 2
by National Cancer Institute
What are common symptoms of head and neck cancers? Symptoms of several head and neck cancer sites include a lump or sore that does not heal, a sore throat that does not go away, difficulty swallowing, and a change or hoarseness in the voice.
Oral Cancer
by National Cancer Institute
Oral cancer is part of a group of cancers called head and neck cancers. Oral cancer can develop in any part of the oral cavity or oropharynx. Most oral cancers begin in the tongue and in the floor of the mouth.
Cancer of the Larynx : Radiation Therapy, Surgery, Chemotherapy
by National Cancer Institute
People treated with radiation therapy may have some or all of these side effects: Dry mouth. Drinking lots of fluids can help. Some patients find artificial saliva helpful. It comes in a spray or squeeze bottle. Sore throat or mouth.
Nasopharyngeal Cancer
by National Cancer Institute
Nasopharyngeal cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the nasopharynx. Possible signs of nasopharyngeal cancer include trouble breathing, speaking, or hearing.
Side Effects of Oral Cancer Treatment
by National Cancer Institute
Because treatment often damages healthy cells and tissues, unwanted side effects are common. These side effects depend mainly on the location of the tumor and the type and extent of the treatment.
Cancer of the Larynx
by National Cancer Institute
Cancer of the larynx also may be called laryngeal cancer. It can develop in any part of the larynx. Most cancers of the larynx begin in the glottis. The inner walls of the larynx are lined with cells called squamous cells. Almost all laryngeal cancers beg
Lip and Oral Cavity Cancer Treatment Options
by National Cancer Institute
Different types of treatment are available for patients with lip and oral cavity cancer. Some treatments are standard (the currently used treatment), and some are being tested in clinical trials.
Lip and Oral Cavity Cancer : Treatment Options by Stage
by National Cancer Institute
Stage I Lip and Oral Cavity Cancer: Treatment of stage I lip and oral cavity cancer depends on where cancer is found in the lip and oral cavity. If cancer is in the lip, treatment may include the following: Surgery (wide local excision).
Cancer of the Larynx : Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment
by National Cancer Institute
People with cancer of the larynx often want to take an active part in making decisions about their medical care. It is natural to want to learn all you can about your disease and treatment choices.
Head and Neck Cancer FAQ
by National Cancer Institute
Most head and neck cancers begin in the cells that line the mucosal surfaces in the head and neck area, e.g., mouth, nose, and throat. Mucosal surfaces are moist tissues lining hollow organs and cavities of the body open to the environment.
Oropharyngeal Cancer
by National Cancer Institute
Cancer of the oropharynx is a disease in which cancer cells are found in the tissues of the oropharynx. The oropharynx is the middle part of the throat (also called the pharynx). The pharynx is a hollow tube about 5 inches long that starts behind the nose
Oral Cancer : Treatment
by National Cancer Institute
Many people with oral cancer want to take an active part in making decisions about their medical care. It is natural to want to learn all you can about your disease and your treatment choices.
Side Effects of Oral Cancer Treatment, Part 2
by National Cancer Institute
Chemotherapy and radiation therapy can cause some of the same side effects, including painful mouth and gums, dry mouth, infection, and changes in taste. Some anticancer drugs can also cause bleeding in the mouth and a deep pain that feels like a toothach
Squamous Neck Cancer with Occult Primary
by National Cancer Institute
Once metastatic squamous neck cancer with occult primary is found, more tests will be done to find out how far the cancer cells have spread. This is called staging. A doctor needs to know the stage of the disease to plan treatment.
Nasopharyngeal Cancer : Treatment
by National Cancer Institute
Different types of treatment are available for patients with nasopharyngeal cancer. Some treatments are standard (the currently used treatment), and some are being tested in clinical trials.
Head and Neck Cancer FAQ : Part 3
by National Cancer Institute
Are clinical trials (research studies) available for patients with head and neck cancers? Clinical trials are research studies conducted with people who volunteer to take part.
Laryngeal Cancer Treatment
by National Cancer Institute
Laryngeal cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the larynx. Most laryngeal cancers form in squamous cells, the thin, flat cells lining the inside of the larynx. There are three main parts of the larynx.
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