Head and neck cancers affect the tissues of the mouth, throat, sinuses, and surrounding areas. They can impact crucial functions like breathing, swallowing, and talking. There are several types of ...

Head and neck cancers represent 4% of U.S. cancer cases, with significant mortality rates, highlighting the need for awareness and early detection. These cancers affect multiple anatomical sites, ...

Medically reviewed by Archana Sharma, DO Unusual ear pain or vaginal bleeding could be early signs of cancer.  Having a hoarse voice or a lump in your neck may be a sign of throat or thyroid ...

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KATV) — April is head and neck cancer awareness month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about a group of cancers that often go unnoticed until it's too late. These cancers ...

Head and neck cancer is a broad term for several types of cancers that include the mouth (oral cavity), throat (pharynx), voice box (larynx), sinuses and nose cavity, and salivary glands. Head and ...

Reconstructive surgery may be needed after a large tumor is removed. Reconstructive surgery helps to rebuild the area and restore how the throat works. Your surgeon will often take tissue and blood ...

Neck pain ranks among the most common physical complaints, affecting up to 70% of adults at some point during their lives. This prevalence creates a challenging dilemma: how to distinguish between ...

Having a thick neck could be an early sign of serious health complications such as cardiovascular risk, diabetes or worse, according to long-standing research. Data from the Framingham Heart Study, a ...

If you or someone you love is facing a mouth cancer diagnosis, MSK experts can help. If you want to learn about surgeries to ...