Types of Head and Neck Cancer

Lymph node cancer

Head&Neck Cancer Types

Cancer Description

Cancer of Unknown Primary in the Head and Neck region occurs when cancer has spread and is detected in the lymph nodes of the neck but no site of origin of the cancer is identified.

Lymph node cancer symptoms

The most common symptoms of lymph node cancer is a lump in the neck (often painless), a persistent sore throat and/or earache.

Useful Links

Suggested additional sites that may offer helpful information:

Throat cancer tests and next steps in the NHS

Maggie’s Centres

HPV Throat Cancer Guide

Patient Stories

Suzanne’s lump in her neck – lymph node and tonsil cancer

Andrew – tongue cancer and lymph node surgery

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