{"id":125,"date":"2022-01-06T21:40:59","date_gmt":"2022-01-06T21:40:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/collincountyent.fm1.dev\/ent\/throat-cancer\/"},"modified":"2023-06-20T18:41:25","modified_gmt":"2023-06-20T18:41:25","slug":"throat-cancer","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/collincountyent.com\/ent\/throat-cancer\/","title":{"rendered":"A Throat Cancer Diagnosis Can Be Difficult, But We\u2019re Here to Support You"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [{\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"Can I Check for Throat Cancer at Home?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"To perform a self-exam for throat cancer, check your neck for lumps, and look at your lips, cheeks, gums and inside of your mouth. Keep an eye out for a red or white patch in your mouth. 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Potential options include surgery, radiation therapy and chemotherapy, with the most effective surgical procedures depending on the location and stage of your cancer. For small tumors or throat cancers that haven\u2019t spread to the lymph nodes, radiation might be the only treatment needed. In more advanced cases, it may be combined with other treatments.\"\n }\n }\n ]\n  }\n<\/script>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve been diagnosed with throat cancer or are concerned you may have it, it\u2019s easy to feel worried and overwhelmed. But you don\u2019t have to navigate this process by yourself. At Collin County ENT, we can guide you through the next steps while ensuring that you receive the highest quality treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1254\" height=\"836\" src=\"https:\/\/collincountyent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/throat-cancer-exam.jpeg\" alt=\"Female doctor performing an exam on a male patient's throat.\" class=\"wp-image-708\" title=\"throat-cancer-exam\" srcset=\"https:\/\/collincountyent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/throat-cancer-exam.jpeg 1254w, https:\/\/collincountyent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/throat-cancer-exam-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/collincountyent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/throat-cancer-exam-256x171.jpeg 256w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1254px) 100vw, 1254px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Are the Different Types of Throat Cancers?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Throat cancers are classified based on where they are located.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Oral cavity cancer involves the lips, tongue, the floor of the mouth, the hard and soft palates or the gums.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Laryngeal cancer involves the voice box.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pharyngeal cancer involves any part of the throat except for the voice box.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Salivary gland cancer involves the salivary glands.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Causes Throat Cancer?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Tobacco use<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Excessive alcohol use<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/collincountyent.com\/ent\/acid-reflux\/\">Gastroesophageal reflux disease<\/a>, also known as GERD or acid reflux<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Viral infections, including human papillomavirus (HPV) and Epstein-Barr virus<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Does Throat Cancer Feel Like?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you experience the following symptoms, you may have throat cancer:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/collincountyent.com\/ent\/chronic-cough\/\">Chronic cough<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Difficulty swallowing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pain in the ear or throat<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A scratchy voice or an inability to speak clearly<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Weight loss<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I Check for Throat Cancer at Home?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To perform a self-exam for throat cancer, check your neck for lumps, and look at your lips, cheeks, gums and inside of your mouth. Keep an eye out for a red or white patch in your mouth. If you find anything abnormal that lasts longer than two weeks, contact your doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because there are signs of neck cancer that cannot be detected by a self-exam, it\u2019s important to seek medical attention if you have any symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Does an ENT Diagnose Throat Cancer?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re concerned about throat cancer, our provider will ask you about the symptoms you\u2019ve been experiencing, how long they\u2019ve lasted and the impact they\u2019ve had on your daily life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additional diagnostic exams done during the appointment include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>An endoscopy, which involves using a lighted scope to examine your throat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A laryngoscopy, during which a scope is used to examine your voice box.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Taking a biopsy of tissue for testing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Imaging tests, such as a CT scan, MRI or PET scan.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Is Throat Cancer Treated?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Our otolaryngologist will determine what procedure will best serve your individual needs. They\u2019ll also work with you to ensure that you understand your condition, answering questions that you might have and providing support as you enter this transitional time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The next steps will depend on the tumor\u2019s size, location and whether it has spread to other areas of the body. Potential options include surgery, radiation therapy and chemotherapy, with the most effective surgical procedures depending on the location and stage of your cancer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For small tumors or throat cancers that haven\u2019t spread to the lymph nodes, radiation might be the only treatment needed. In more advanced cases, it may be combined with other treatments. Following treatment, you may need speech therapy or swallowing therapy, depending on which procedures are performed.<br><br>Cancer treatment can be a stressful time, but it doesn\u2019t have to make you feel isolated. Our team will be here to guide you through the process as you navigate treatment and recovery along your healthcare journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><div class=\"content-cta\"><svg class=\"content-cta-bg-triangle\" width=\"120\" height=\"154\" viewBox=\"0 0 120 154\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n<path d=\"M0 154V0H120L0 154Z\" fill=\"#375A86\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n<div class=\"content-cta-container\">Call Collin County ENT at <a href=\"tel:+19725964005\" class=\"phone \"><span class=\"phone-number\">(972) 596-4005<\/span><\/a> for more information or to schedule an appointment.<\/div><\/div><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019ve been diagnosed with throat cancer or are concerned you may have it, it\u2019s easy to feel worried and overwhelmed. But you don\u2019t have to navigate this process by yourself. At , we can guide you through the next steps while ensuring that you receive the highest quality treatment. 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