Cancer types
Introduction
Head and neck cancers are cancers which occur in the tissues and organs of the head and neck. These include cancers of the mouth, pharynx (throat), larynx (voice box), salivary glands, sinuses, ear and nose.
There are many different types of cancer within the head and neck and they are treated according to the area where they started. The following links will help you to identify the different types of head and neck cancer.
If you are unsure about the name of your cancer please check with your doctor or specialist nurse to ensure you are looking for information in the right section.
If you have been affected by cancer in some way and would like to talk to someone about what you have read or need help finding information - you are welcome to drop into any Maggie’s Centre or to visit Maggie’s Online Centre and talk with a cancer support specialist.
Macmillan Cancer Support
National organisation
Macmillan Cancer Support is a large cancer charity which has merged with Cancerbackup. Both Macmillan and Cancerbackup are dedicated to supporting people affected by cancer. Macmillan develops and provides a wide range of medical, practical, emotional and financial services, including the distribution of information. Cancerbackup is the specialist cancer information charity, and provides over 6,000 pages of up-to-date cancer information, practical advice and support for patients with any type of cancer, their families and carers.
Cancer Research UK (CRUK)
National organisation
Cancer Research UK,(CRUK) is a UK charity dedicated to cancer research. Their website has a wealth of information about cancer and research into all types of cancer.
American Cancer Society
International organisation
The American Cancer Society (ACS) is a voluntary health organization based in Atlanta, Georgia, They provide information and support for people affected by all types of cancer and develop research into cancer and it's treatment.
American Cancer Society
International organisation
The American Cancer Society (ACS) is a voluntary health organization based in Atlanta, Georgia, They provide information and support for people affected by all types of cancer and develop research into cancer and it's treatment.
Head and neck cancer
Detailed sections on the types of surgery under each type of head and neck cancer. This link will take you to the types of head and neck cancer. From there, follow the links to treatment for your particular cancer.
Link last reviewed: Tuesday 27 June 2017
Produced by: Cancer Research UK (CRUK)
Cancer Research UK (CRUK)
National organisation
Cancer Research UK,(CRUK) is a UK charity dedicated to cancer research. Their website has a wealth of information about cancer and research into all types of cancer.
