Common Symptoms of Head and Neck Cancer

Typical symptoms of head and neck cancer include a lump or sore that does not heal or go away, a persistent sore throat, difficulty swallowing or hoarseness.

Other symptoms specific to the various cancers include:

• A white or red patch on the gums, tongue or lining of the mouth
• A swelling of the jaw
• Bleeding or pain in the mouth

• Sinuses that are consistently blocked
• Chronic sinus infections that do not respond to treatment with antibiotics
• Bleeding through the nose
• Frequent headaches
• Constant swelling or watery eyes
• Pain in the upper teeth

• Swelling under the chin or near the jawbone
• Numbness of the face muscles
• Pain in the face, chin or neck that does not go away

• Constant ear pain

• Breathing trouble
• Frequent headaches
• Pain, ringing in the ears or difficulty hearing

• Pain when swallowing
• Ear pain

If you exhibit any of these symptoms please contact your physician or to schedule diagnostic testing with one of our oncologists, simply call 1-877-LACKS-MI or 616-685-LACK(S).