Cancer

Read on for a detailed look at the parts that make up the ear, nose, and throat....more

Otolaryngology focuses on medical and surgical treatment for people who have disorders of the ear, nose, throat, and related structures. ...more

Some risk factors, such as family history, may not be in your control. But others--such as smoking, alcohol use, and diet--may be things you can change. ...more

The symptoms of laryngeal cancer depend on the location and size of the tumor. Tumors are most often found on the vocal cords. Although they are not usually painful, they do cause hoarseness or changes in the voice. ...more

Laryngeal cancer occurs when normal cells change and grow out of control. These cells form a cancerous tumor in the larynx (voice box), which is in your neck. ...more

If your healthcare provider thinks you might have laryngeal cancer, you will need certain exams and tests to be sure. ...more

A detailed look at different types of biopsies, and how and why they are done....more

Being told you have laryngeal cancer can be scary, and you may have many questions. But you have people on your healthcare team to help. ...more

The stage of a cancer is how much and how far the cancer has spread in your body. The stage of a cancer is one of the most important things to know when deciding how to treat the cancer. ...more

After a diagnosis of laryngeal cancer, you will likely have other tests. These tests help your healthcare providers learn more about your cancer. ...more

There are various treatment choices for laryngeal cancer. Which one may work best for you? It depends on a number of factors. These include the size, location, and stage of your cancer. ...more

Chemotherapy uses anticancer medicines to kill cancer cells. Learn about some of the chemotherapy medicines used to treat laryngeal cancer, how they are given, and possible side effects. ...more

Radiation therapy kills cancer cells by focusing powerful X-rays at the tumor....more

Targeted therapy medicines target specific proteins or cell functions that help cancer grow. Like chemotherapy, these medicines work throughout the body. But they sometimes work when chemotherapy does not. They can also have less severe side effects. ...more

Laryngeal cancer may be treated with surgery to remove the cancer. All or part of the larynx, or voice box, may be removed. ...more

Talking with healthcare providers about cancer can be overwhelming. It helps to be prepared. Make a list of questions and bring them to your appointments. Read on for helpful questions to get you started. ...more

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

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

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

Laryngeal cancer starts in the voice box (larynx), which is located in your neck. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments. ...more