Throat Cancer – A Brief Overview

Executive Summary about Throat Cancer By Michael Russell

Throat cancer cases make up between 5 to 7 percent of all new cancer cases in the United States. The majority of throat cancer cases occur to people older than the age of 50. Twice as many men are diagnosed with throat cancer than women.

Throat cancer can develop anywhere in the throat such as the vocal cords or the glottis. There are throat cancers that are more aggressive, depending on their location. Throat cancer usually … Read the rest

How to Check for Throat Cancer Symptoms

Executive Summary about Throat Cancer Symptoms by james sameul

Cancer of the throat usually originates from cells which cover the mucous membrane lining the throat. The lymph nodes, neck, lungs and other organs can gradually become affected.

Throat cancer symptoms

Pay close attention to a nagging cough, especially if it is producing blood.

If you have a sore throat for more than two weeks, have chronic neck pain or difficulty swallowing or a hoarse voice for an extended period of time, contact a … Read the rest