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Throat cancer is also called vocal cord cancer, laryngeal cancer, cancer of the glottis, or cancer of pharynx. Early diagnosis and start of treatment improve prospect of recovery. Most signs and symptoms of throat cancer are similar to common colds and allergies. The common symptoms of throat cancer symptoms include a lump or sore that does not heal; a sore throat or cough that does not go away. Read to get more information on symptoms of throat cancer.

Some Common Symptoms of the Throat Cancer

1. Coughing or persistent sore throat (sore throat may persist even after treatment with antibiotics).
2. Hoarseness of voice or other change in voice.
3. Lump or lesion on the lip, in the mouth, or in the throat which does not heal for weeks.
4. Difficulty in swallowing, or pain or difficulty in chewing.
5. Feeling of lump in the throat.
6. White patch or red patch on the gums, tongue, or the lining in the mouth.
7. Unexplained pain, bleeding, or numbness inside the mouth.
8. Difficulty in swallowing.
9. Swollen lymph glands, or swelling in the neck.
10. Neck pain or frequent ear pain.
11. Pain or swelling of the jaw.
12. Bad breath.
13. Unintentionally significant weight loss.
14. Blood in cough.
15. Abnormal (high-pitched) breathing sounds and wheezing.

Possible Throat Cancer Symptoms

Some other possible throat cancer symptoms are as follows :

1. Numbness or paralysis of facial muscles.
2. Persistent facial pain.
3. Persistent neck pain (pain does not go away).

The above symptoms, does not necessarily mean you have throat cancer. But it is important to see your doctor or any other qualified medical professional if you or any of your family members experience any of the above throat cancer symptoms for more than two weeks. Your healthcare provider  can do tests so that a proper diagnosis is made and appropriate treatment is started.
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