Understanding Head and Neck Cancer
By better understanding head and neck cancer – from detection methods to the various risk
factors of the disease – you will feel more enabled to approach treatment options and coping with the disease.
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Detection and Testing
Recognizing some of the Symptoms of Head and Neck Cancer
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Many types of head and neck cancer can be detected early if you learn to recognize the signs and symptoms. Learn more.
Diagnostic Testing
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What tests will a doctor perform when diagnosing head and neck cancer? Get information on diagnostic tests such as endoscopy, X rays and CT scans.
Types of Head and Neck Cancer
Understanding the Types of Head and Neck Cancer
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The different types of head and neck cancer are identified by where they begin. Learn more about the types of head and neck cancer and their locations.
Risk Factors
Understanding Your Risk of Head and Neck Cancer
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The number one risk factor for head and neck cancer is using tobacco — smoking it or chewing it. Learn more about this and other risk factors.
Statistics for Head and Neck Cancer
A Look at the Numbers
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Get the facts about head and neck cancer, including incidence, who’s at risk and more.