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Throat cancer

Tongue Cancer: What are the Symptoms?

by Dana-Farber Staff

Tongue cancer is a type of oral cavity cancer that occurs when cells divide out of control and form a growth or tumor on the tongue. Tongue cancer is less common than many other types of cancer. It is more prevalent in older adults and rare in children. There are two parts of the tongue: … Read more

Categories Adult, Head and Neck Cancer, Throat cancer

Facts to Know About Throat Cancer

by Dana-Farber

Medically reviewed by Robert Haddad, MD Throat cancer is one of many cancers that affect the head and neck area, including the nasopharynx, the area of the throat behind the nose; the oropharynx, middle part of the throat; the hypopharynx, the bottom section of the throat; the oral cavity where the tongue sits; and the … Read more

Categories Care for adults, Throat cancer 2 Comments

What Are the Signs and Symptoms of Throat Cancer?

by Dana-Farber Staff

Throat cancer is a type of head and neck cancer that may affect the larynx, the area of the throat used for speaking; the nasopharynx, the area of the throat behind the nose; or the oropharynx, the middle part of the throat. If you experience any of the symptoms described below, contact your doctor, who … Read more

Categories Care for adults, Health Topics, Risk and Prevention, Throat cancer

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