What is throat cancer?
In medical terms, there is no such thing as ‘throat cancer’. Rather there are several different types of cancer which can affect the throat, mouth, neck and chest.
About throat cancer
There are several different types of cancer which can affect the throat, mouth, neck and chest. We refer to these as ‘throat cancers’, but medically they are known by other names that you may hear from doctors, nurses and researchers: oropharyngeal cancer, head and neck cancer, oral cancer, and mouth cancer.
Whilst our information is as accurate and current as possible, it should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice from your doctors.
Types of cancer
There are several different types of cancer which can affect the throat, mouth, neck and chest.
Risk factors
Risk factors Smoking/Tobacco Whether smoked or chewed, tobacco contains harmful chemicals which put the user at a heightened risk of
Diagnosis, Treatment and Recovery
Cancer treatments will vary depending on a number of factors and will be tailored to your individual needs.
Mental health
When someone is diagnosed with cancer it is very stressful and difficult time for everyone: patients, family members, friends.
Frequently asked questions
Find answers to some of the most commonly asked questions regarding head and neck cancers.
in the news
News & articles on throat and HPV-related cancers.
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