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OverviewSee All
 Head and Neck Cancer: Introduction in Overview
There are many types of head and neck cancer. Here's an overview of the common types and the part of the body they affect. ...more
 Head and Neck Cancer: Risk Factors in Overview
Some risk factors, such as family history, may not be in your control. But others may be things you can change. Knowing the risk factors can help you make choices that might lower your risk. ...more
 Head and Neck Cancer: Symptoms in Overview
Many of the symptoms of head and neck cancer can be caused by other health problems. But it's important to see your healthcare provider if you have these symptoms. ...more
 Head and Neck Cancer: Introduction in Overview
There are many types of head and neck cancer. Here's an overview of the common types and the part of the body they affect. ...more
 Head and Neck Cancer: Risk Factors in Overview
Some risk factors, such as family history, may not be in your control. But others may be things you can change. Knowing the risk factors can help you make choices that might lower your risk. ...more
 Head and Neck Cancer: Symptoms in Overview
Many of the symptoms of head and neck cancer can be caused by other health problems. But it's important to see your healthcare provider if you have these symptoms. ...more
Understanding Your DiagnosisSee All
 Head and Neck Cancer: Diagnosis in Understanding Your Diagnosis
If your healthcare provider thinks you might have head and neck cancer, you will need certain exams and tests to be sure. Here's a look at what you can expect. ...more
 Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of the Bones, Joints, and Soft Tissues in Understanding Your Diagnosis
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) uses a large magnet, radiofrequencies, and a computer to make detailed pictures of organs and structures within the body. It is used to diagnose health problems. ...more
 Bone Scan in Understanding Your Diagnosis
A bone scan is an imaging test used to look at the skeleton. It is done to find areas of physical and chemical changes in bone. A bone scan may also be used to see if treatment of certain conditions is working. ...more
 X-rays of the Spine, Neck, or Back in Understanding Your Diagnosis
This procedure may be used to diagnose back or neck pain, fractures or broken bones, arthritis, degeneration of the disks, tumors, or other problems. ...more
 Head and Neck Cancer: Stages in Understanding Your Diagnosis
The stage of a cancer is how much and how far the cancer has spread in your body. Different head and neck cancers are staged in different ways. Learn about the stages of some of the more common types of head and neck cancer. ...more
 Head and Neck Cancer: Diagnosis in Understanding Your Diagnosis
If your healthcare provider thinks you might have head and neck cancer, you will need certain exams and tests to be sure. Here's a look at what you can expect. ...more
 Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of the Bones, Joints, and Soft Tissues in Understanding Your Diagnosis
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) uses a large magnet, radiofrequencies, and a computer to make detailed pictures of organs and structures within the body. It is used to diagnose health problems. ...more
 Bone Scan in Understanding Your Diagnosis
A bone scan is an imaging test used to look at the skeleton. It is done to find areas of physical and chemical changes in bone. A bone scan may also be used to see if treatment of certain conditions is working. ...more
 X-rays of the Spine, Neck, or Back in Understanding Your Diagnosis
This procedure may be used to diagnose back or neck pain, fractures or broken bones, arthritis, degeneration of the disks, tumors, or other problems. ...more
 Head and Neck Cancer: Stages in Understanding Your Diagnosis
The stage of a cancer is how much and how far the cancer has spread in your body. Different head and neck cancers are staged in different ways. Learn about the stages of some of the more common types of head and neck cancer. ...more
Deciding on TreatmentSee All
 Head and Neck Cancer: Treatment Choices in Deciding on Treatment
An overview of common treatments for head and neck cancer....more
 Head and Neck Cancer: Chemotherapy in Deciding on Treatment
Chemotherapy uses anticancer medicines to kill cancer cells. Learn about when chemotherapy is used to treat head and neck cancer, and what to expect. ...more
 Head and Neck Cancer: Radiation Therapy in Deciding on Treatment
Radiation kills cancer cells by focusing powerful X-rays at the tumor. Here's a look at when this treatment is used, types of radiation therapy, and common side effects. ...more
 Head and Neck Cancer: Surgery in Deciding on Treatment
Learn about how surgery is used to treat head and neck cancer, and what to expect before and after surgery. ...more
 Learning to Speak Again After Laryngeal Surgery in Deciding on Treatment
Speech therapy usually begins before you leave the hospital. Once the healthcare provider gives approval, the SLP will begin speech lessons with you. To speak, you may need esophageal speech, an artificial larynx, or a transesophageal puncture (TEP). Each is described here. ...more
 Head and Neck Cancer: Treatment Choices in Deciding on Treatment
An overview of common treatments for head and neck cancer....more
 Head and Neck Cancer: Chemotherapy in Deciding on Treatment
Chemotherapy uses anticancer medicines to kill cancer cells. Learn about when chemotherapy is used to treat head and neck cancer, and what to expect. ...more
 Head and Neck Cancer: Radiation Therapy in Deciding on Treatment
Radiation kills cancer cells by focusing powerful X-rays at the tumor. Here's a look at when this treatment is used, types of radiation therapy, and common side effects. ...more
 Head and Neck Cancer: Surgery in Deciding on Treatment
Learn about how surgery is used to treat head and neck cancer, and what to expect before and after surgery. ...more
 Learning to Speak Again After Laryngeal Surgery in Deciding on Treatment
Speech therapy usually begins before you leave the hospital. Once the healthcare provider gives approval, the SLP will begin speech lessons with you. To speak, you may need esophageal speech, an artificial larynx, or a transesophageal puncture (TEP). Each is described here. ...more
Managing Side EffectsSee All
 General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment in Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals. ...more
 Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue in Managing Side Effects, Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away. ...more
Chemotherapy Side EffectsOther Treatment Side Effects
 General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment in Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals. ...more
 Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue in Managing Side Effects, Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away. ...more
Prevention and ScreeningSee All
 Head and Neck Cancer: Tests after Diagnosis in Prevention and Screening
After a diagnosis of head and neck cancer, you will likely have other tests. These tests help your healthcare providers learn more about your cancer. ...more
 Cancer and Tobacco in Prevention and Screening
All tobacco products, from cigarettes to snuff, contain toxins, carcinogens, and nicotine, an addictive substance. ...more
 Head and Neck Cancer: Tests after Diagnosis in Prevention and Screening
After a diagnosis of head and neck cancer, you will likely have other tests. These tests help your healthcare providers learn more about your cancer. ...more
 Cancer and Tobacco in Prevention and Screening
All tobacco products, from cigarettes to snuff, contain toxins, carcinogens, and nicotine, an addictive substance. ...more
Cancer FAQsSee All
 Head and Neck Cancer: Overview in Cancer FAQs
Head and neck cancer is the term given to cancers that start in the head and neck region. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments. ...more
 Head and Neck Cancer: Overview in Cancer FAQs
Head and neck cancer is the term given to cancers that start in the head and neck region. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments. ...more