{"id":213,"date":"2019-03-26T19:07:35","date_gmt":"2019-03-26T19:07:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nalent.fm1.dev\/throat\/neck-throat-cancer\/"},"modified":"2019-07-08T21:33:49","modified_gmt":"2019-07-08T21:33:49","slug":"neck-throat-cancer","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/nalent.com\/throat\/neck-throat-cancer\/","title":{"rendered":"Neck & Throat Cancer"},"content":{"rendered":"
Neck and throat cancers usually form in the squamous cells lining the inside of the mouth, nose, and throat. They are highly curable if detected early, and often respond well to surgery or radiation treatment. <\/p> \r\n\r\n
Cancers in this region are classified according to where they are located in the body. They include: <\/p> \r\n\r\n
Other types of cancers in close proximity, like brain tumors and thyroid cancer, behave very differently and are not considered cancers of the neck and throat. <\/p> \r\n\r\n\r\n
The majority of neck and throat cancers are caused by tobacco use; smoking cigarettes and chewing tobacco both substantially increase your risk of cancer. Alcohol use, especially in people who also smoke, is another contributing factor. Exposure to industrial toxins, a diet high in red meats and processed foods, human papillomavirus (HPV), Epstein-Barr virus<\/a>, and acid reflux can all add to your risk. <\/p> \r\n\r\n\r\n Many symptoms of throat cancer are associated with other, less serious conditions, so don\u2019t worry needlessly if you experience some of these signs. Make an appointment with a doctor for a thorough exam and diagnosis if any of the following symptoms are persistent:<\/p> \r\n\r\n Symptoms of Throat Cancer<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n