Description: Head and neck cancer is a type of cancer that starts in the cells of the head and neck. This includes the mouth, nose, throat, larynx (voice box), sinuses, and salivary glands. 

Signs and Symptoms: 

• A lump or sore in the mouth, throat, or neck that doesn't heal 
• White or red patches on the inside of the mouth 
• Difficulty swallowing 
• Hoarseness or changes in voice 
• Earache on one side that doesn't go away 
• Loose teeth or dentures that don't fit well 
• Numbness in the face or tongue 

Diagnosis: 

• Physical exam of the head and neck 
• Imaging tests: X-ray, CT scan, MRI scan 
• Biopsy: Removing a small tissue sample for examination under a microscope 

Treatment Options: 

• Surgery: To remove the tumor and surrounding tissue 
• Radiation therapy: Uses high-energy rays to kill cancer cells 
• Chemotherapy: Uses drugs to kill cancer cells throughout the body 
• Targeted therapy: Drugs that target specific weaknesses in cancer cells