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Signs and Symptoms of Throat Cancer
Common symptoms of throat cancer may include:
- Sputum (what is coughed up) may appear bloody
- Lump may appear on the outside of the neck
- Abnormal-sounding breathing
- Chronic cough
- Neck pain or swelling
- Difficulty swallowing
- Throat pain
It is important to know the signs and symptoms of throat cancer since it is highly curable when found early.1
Keep in mind that these symptoms are not sure signs that you have throat cancer. However, anyone with these symptoms should see a doctor to be diagnosed and treated for any possible condition or disease.
People experiences the above symptoms should see their general practitioner, internist or a doctor who specializes in conditions and diseases affecting the head and neck.
Learn More
Learn more about treatment options for throat cancer.
- National Institutes of Health; Cancer- throat or larynx. Available from: www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001042.htm
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