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<li><a href="/conditions/throat-cancer#Overview">Overview</a></li> <li><a href="/conditions/throat-cancer#Signs_%26_symptoms">Signs & symptoms</a></li> <li><a href="/conditions/throat-cancer#Diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li> <li><a href="/conditions/throat-cancer#Treatments">Treatments</a></li> <li><a href="/conditions/throat-cancer#Recommended_reading">Recommended reading</a></li> <li><a href="/conditions/throat-cancer#Where_to_get_care">Where to get care</a></li> <li><a href="/conditions/throat-cancer#Helpful_resources">Helpful resources</a></li> <li><a href="/conditions/throat-cancer#Related_clinics">Related clinics</a></li> <li><a href="/conditions/throat-cancer#Support_services">Support services</a></li> </ul> </div> </aside><div class="sp-condition-background-images"></div></div><div class="col-lg-9"><div class="component conditions-top-module"> <div class="component-content"> <h2 class="heading1 title-anchor field-title" id="Overview"> Overview </h2> <div class="font-larger condition-text rich-text"> <p>Cancers that involve the throat, base of the tongue, tonsil, pharynx, or tube that extends from the nasal passages to the mouth to the esophagus and sinus are called oropharyngeal and hypopharyngeal cancers.</p> <p>Risk factors for developing throat cancer may include:</p> <ul> <li>Smoking tobacco</li> <li>Heavy alcohol use</li> <li>A diet low in fruits and vegetables</li> <li>Drinking maté, a stimulant drink common in South America</li> <li>Chewing betel quid, a stimulant commonly used in parts of Asia</li> <li>Being infected with human papillomavirus (HPV)</li> </ul> <h2>Our Approach to Throat Cancer</h2> <p>UCSF offers cutting-edge diagnostic and treatment options for throat cancer, delivered in a comfortable and supportive environment. Our goal is to treat the cancer while preserving speech and swallowing functions as much as possible.</p> <p>To achieve the best outcome for each patient, our team includes a wide range of specialists. These include head and neck surgeons, otolaryngologists, medical oncologists, reconstructive surgeons and radiation oncologists, as well as experts in speech-language pathology, nutrition and psycho-oncology.</p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="component accolades col-xs-12"> <div class="component-content"> <h2 class="heading1">Awards & recognition</h2> <ul> <li class="component accolade"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="image-wrapper"> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-health/content/accolades/us-news-2024-2025/us-news-best-hospitals-honor-roll-24-25-200x200-2x.png?h=200&iar=0&w=200&rev=213821ff05484a9e9231d96999667454&hash=C6D4D063E5A888F2E9FE3F1F8FCF88F1" alt="U S News and World Report badge recognizing UCSF as part of its 2024-2025 Honor Roll" width="200" height="200" /> </div> <p class="font-larger">Among the top hospitals in the nation</p> </div> </li> <li class="component accolade"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="image-wrapper"> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-health/content/accolades/us-news-2024-2025/us-news-best-hospitals-cancer-24-25-200x200-2x.png?h=200&iar=0&w=200&rev=ecc57c73f2a647d69ef91a128d924ac3&hash=21F3FEB4F73885954947DF93ABB1A182" alt="" width="200" height="200" /> </div> <p class="font-larger">Best in Northern California and No. 7 in the nation for cancer care</p> </div> </li> <li class="component accolade"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="image-wrapper"> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-health/content/accolades/us-news-2024-2025/us-news-best-hospitals-ear-nose-and-throat-24-25-200x200-2x.png?h=200&iar=0&w=200&rev=9be3ad4c2bab493b844a7ade7c0af83d&hash=0747765BE17EED0705ACA7F5E0A214CD" alt="" width="200" height="200" /> </div> <p class="font-larger">One of the nation's best for ear, nose & throat care<br/></p> </div> </li> <li class="component accolade"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="image-wrapper"> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-health/content/accolades/nih-2x.png?h=200&iar=0&w=200&rev=d20704e5a5a545368796ccd8b35ac57c&hash=0C7D981CF58DFE6E7D726B775D7FD3A9" alt="NIH-2x" width="200" height="200" /> </div> <p class="font-larger">Designated comprehensive cancer center</p> </div> </li> </ul> </div> </div> <div class="component titled-rich-text rich-text col-xs-12"> <div class="component-content"> <h2 class="heading1 title-anchor field-title">Signs & symptoms</h2><p>Symptoms of throat cancer may include:</p> <ul> <li>A sore throat that does not go away</li> <li>Cough</li> <li>Pain or difficulty swallowing</li> <li>Weight loss for no known reason</li> <li>Ear pain</li> <li>A lump in the back of the mouth, throat or neck</li> <li>Advanced tumors may invade the voice box, causing hoarseness or breathing difficulty</li> <li>Bleeding from the throat or blood-tinged sputum</li> </ul> </div> </div> <div class="component titled-rich-text rich-text col-xs-12"> <div class="component-content"> <h2 class="heading1 title-anchor field-title">Diagnosis</h2><p>In making a diagnosis of throat cancer, your doctor will start by recording your medical history, asking about any symptoms you may be experiencing and conducting a thorough physical examination. Your doctor may also may recommend one or more of the following diagnostic tests:</p> <ul> <li><strong>Endoscopy</strong> This test is performed in the operating room with general anesthesia to determine the extent of the tumor. During the procedure, the upper portion of the gastrointestinal tract and respiratory tract are visualized with endoscopes, which are long, thin and flexible tubes equipped with a tiny video camera and light on the end. The endoscope is used to look at areas in the throat and respiratory tract that cannot be seen during a physical exam. Other areas examined include the esophagus, trachea and bronchi of the lungs. The endoscope has a channel that allows instruments to be passed through in order to take tissue samples. By adjusting the various controls on the endoscope, the doctor can safely maneuver the instrument to carefully examine the inside lining of the upper portion of the gastrointestinal tract and respiratory tract. The high-quality picture from the endoscope is shown on a TV monitor. In many cases, endoscopy is a more precise examination than X-ray studies.</li> <li><strong>Imaging Tests</strong> Your doctor may also recommend imaging tests, such as a <a href='/medical-tests/ct-scan'>computed tomography (CT) scan</a>, <a href='/medical-tests/pet-scan'>positron emission tomography (PET) scan</a>, or <a href='/medical-tests/mri'>magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)</a>, which provide additional information regarding the stage of the tumor and whether the cancer has spread to surrounding lymph nodes in the neck or elsewhere in the body.</li> </ul> </div> </div> <div class="component titled-rich-text rich-text col-xs-12"> <div class="component-content"> <h2 class="heading1 title-anchor field-title">Treatments</h2><h3>Surgery</h3> <p>Before having surgery, your doctor will discuss the procedure with you in detail and discuss any possible side effects.</p> <p>If the tumor is small and localized, surgery will often successfully remove the tumor with few side effects. However, if the tumor is advanced and has spread to surrounding areas, surgery will be more extensive and may involve the removal of parts of your throat, mouth, jaw or voice box. In these cases, your ability to speak, chew, swallow and breathe may be affected.</p> <p>Reconstructive surgery can help restore your appearance and rehabilitate speech and swallowing function. Prosthetic devices in your mouth may replace removed portions of your teeth, gums and jaw. In more advanced cases, you may need to use tubes for feeding and breathing and an artificial voice aid for speaking.</p><p>You will also work with a speech-language pathologist to assist you with problems related to speaking and swallowing. In addition, you may work with a dietitian who will help you develop a nutritional plan that includes healthy foods that are easy to swallow and chew.</p> <h3>Radiation Therapy</h3> <p>Radiation therapy can be used for select small tumors as primary treatment. It is also administered following surgery or in combination with chemotherapy for advanced tumors.</p> <h3>Chemotherapy</h3> <p>Chemotherapy is the use of drugs to kill cancer cells. Researchers are looking for effective drugs or drug combinations to treat throat cancer. They are also exploring ways to combine chemotherapy with other forms of cancer treatment to help destroy the tumor and prevent the disease from spreading.</p> <p>For advanced tumors, chemotherapy is often given in combination with radiation therapy, typically in the setting of a therapeutic clinical trial.</p> </div> </div> <div class="component disclaimer col-xs-12"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="field-ucsf-health-text"><p><em>UCSF Health medical specialists have reviewed this information. It is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace the advice of your doctor or other health care provider. We encourage you to discuss any questions or concerns you may have with your provider.</em></p></div> </div> </div> <div class="component treatments cards-horizontal col-xs-12"> <div class="component-content"> <h2 class="heading1 title-anchor"> More treatment info </h2> <ul class="cards"> <li> <a href="/treatments/brachytherapy"> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-health/treatment/list/brachytherapy-1290x1290.jpg?h=320&w=320&rev=e93423fb5edb4360850344a0371c0941&hash=054B17BA8FD2D6F4C2A2985436ECF4E3" alt="brachytherapy-1290x1290" width="1290" height="1290" /> <div class="card-content"> <p class="font-larger"> Brachytherapy (HDR & LDR) </p> <p> Radioactive material is placed inside a tumor or very close to it to treat the tumor and spare healthy tissue. </p> <span class="read-more">Learn more</span> </div> </a> </li> <li> <a href="/treatments/intensity-modulated-radiation-therapy"> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-health/treatment/list/intensity-modulated-radiation-therapy-1290x1290.jpg?h=320&w=320&rev=7f9d2c5f48734a13a0e6b27608ddab81&hash=00D2A52179F33B98A713F270B588DF79" alt="intensity-modulated-radiation-therapy-1290x1290" width="1290" height="1290" /> <div class="card-content"> <p class="font-larger"> Intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) </p> <p> The advanced technique focuses strong radiation on the tumor and spares surrounding healthy tissue. </p> <span class="read-more">Learn more</span> </div> </a> </li> </ul> </div> </div><div class="component article-cards cards-component col-xs-12"> <div class="component-content"> <div> <h2 class="heading1 title-anchor"> Recommended reading </h2> <div class="view-all"> </div> </div> <div class="cards"> <div class="card"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="card-content"> <a href="/education/faq-cancer-pathology-tissue-slides" class="phantom-link" title="FAQ: Cancer Pathology Tissue Slides"></a> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-health/education/hero/faq-cancer-pathology-tissue-slides-2x.jpg?h=376&w=974&rev=310f8bcbf7b848cb8671380090c08375&hash=62CC3E0F556323B1E1BDA8168F909FBD" alt="" width="2880" height="1112" /> <p class="font-larger"> FAQ: Cancer Pathology Tissue Slides </p> <p> Find frequently asked questions regarding cancer pathology tissue slides, such as how to obtain the slides and what to do with them once you do. </p> <span class="field-read-more-link"> <span class="include-ucsf-arrow"></span> </span> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="card-content"> <a href="/education/faq-cancer-radiology-scans-and-reports" class="phantom-link" title="FAQ: Cancer Radiology Scans and Reports"></a> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-health/education/hero/faq-cancer-radiology-scans-and-reports-2x.jpg?h=376&w=974&rev=35567800482a48deb419b4dbcb71fb7a&hash=F2347862FA61EAC2B757037BDEA5CFA7" alt="" width="2880" height="1112" /> <p class="font-larger"> FAQ: Cancer Radiology Scans and Reports </p> <p> Learn the difference between a radiology report and radiology films or scans as well as why your doctor may be requesting these scans and more. </p> <span class="field-read-more-link"> <span class="include-ucsf-arrow"></span> </span> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="card-content"> <a href="/education/self-care-for-caregivers" class="phantom-link" title="Self-Care for Caregivers "></a> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-health/education/hero/caring-for-the-caregiver-2x.jpg?h=376&w=974&rev=659d04da31f94c6f87d3bef2b85d591a&hash=4CB1AF79E35C72277BE1D53D27B8A34B" alt="" width="2880" height="1112" /> <p class="font-larger"> Self-Care for Caregivers </p> <p> Caregiver fatigue can be brought on by the physical and emotional demands of caring for a loved one with a serious illness. 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Learn more here. </p> <span class="field-read-more-link"> <span class="include-ucsf-arrow"></span> </span> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="component advanced-map col-xs-12"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="map-title"> <h2 class="heading1 title-anchor"> Where to get care <span>(3)</span> </h2> </div> <div class="map-container" data-api-call="/ucsfapi/advancedmap/getadvancedmapdata" data-query-string-param="datasourceid" data-datasource-id="907873281b1446c095ec152090cfcb82"> <div class="google-map"></div> <div class="map-info"> <ul></ul> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="component link-list meta-links col-xs-12"> <div class="component-content"> <div> <h2 class="heading1 title-anchor">Helpful resources</h2> <p class="font-larger"></p> </div> <ul class="use-arrow-icon vertical-sort include-title col-count-2"> <li class="item0 odd first "> <p class="font-smaller"> <a href="http://www.cancer.gov/clinicaltrials" target=_blank>Cancer Clinical Trials</a> </p> </li> <li class="item1 even "> <p class="font-smaller"> <a href="http://www.cancer.gov/aboutnci/cis" target=_blank>Cancer Information Service</a> </p> </li> <li class="item2 odd "> <p class="font-smaller"> <a href="http://www.healthfinder.gov" target=_blank>Healthfinder</a> </p> </li> <li class="item3 even "> <p class="font-smaller"> <a href="http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/" target=_blank>MedlinePlus</a> </p> </li> <li class="item4 odd "> <p class="font-smaller"> <a href="http://www.cancer.gov" target=_blank>National Cancer Institute</a> </p> </li> <li class="item5 even "> <p class="font-smaller"> <a href="http://www.nccn.org/index.asp" target=_blank>National Comprehensive Cancer Network</a> </p> </li> <li class="item6 odd last "> <p class="font-smaller"> <a href="http://www.nih.gov" target=_blank>National Institutes of Health</a> </p> </li> </ul> </div> </div><div class="component numbered-clinic-rollup col-xs-12"> <div class="component-content"> <h2 class="heading1">Related 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src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-health/clinic/square/1545-divisadero-street-320x320-2x.jpg?rev=9ce4eae285ec4db2a7b938716cb23bb7&hash=AF336844DF03525A48944D049D619277" alt="" width="640" height="640"> </div> <h2 class="numbered-clinic-card-header first">Osher Center for Integrative Health</h2> </div> <div class="numbered-clinic-card-second"> <h2 class="numbered-clinic-card-header second">Osher Center for Integrative Health</h2> <div class="numbered-clinic-card-second-locations"> <a href="/clinics/osher-center-for-integrative-health" target="_self" title="Osher Center for Integrative Health"></a> <span><p> 1545 Divisadero St., Fourth Floor <br> San Francisco, CA 94115 </p> </span> </div> </div> </div> <div class="numbered-clinic-card"> <div class="numbered-clinic-card-first"> <div class="numbered-clinic-card-first-image"> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-health/clinic/square/1825-fourth-street-pcmb-320x320-2x.jpg?rev=b58d8cccefc14baa9c4dc083e5e265fc&hash=B856921154C98D77B089FDCF30763625" alt="" width="640" height="640"> <span>2</span> </div> <h2 class="numbered-clinic-card-header first">Cancer Survivorship and Wellness Institute</h2> </div> <div class="numbered-clinic-card-second"> <h2 class="numbered-clinic-card-header second">Cancer Survivorship and Wellness Institute</h2> <div class="numbered-clinic-card-second-locations"> <a href="/clinics/cancer-survivorship-and-wellness-institute" target="|Custom" title="Cancer Survivorship and Wellness Institute"></a> <span><p> See both of our San Francisco locations.</p> </span> </div> </div> </div> <div class="numbered-clinic-card"> <div class="numbered-clinic-card-first"> <div class="numbered-clinic-card-first-image"> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-health/clinic/square/1600-divisadero-street-320x320-2x.jpg?rev=b073dae2f302437fb14781856afa8c11&hash=F121E500A4B39B6A3CB56E46F4B51C52" alt="" width="640" height="640"> <span>3</span> </div> <h2 class="numbered-clinic-card-header first">Psycho-Oncology</h2> </div> <div class="numbered-clinic-card-second"> <h2 class="numbered-clinic-card-header second">Psycho-Oncology</h2> <div class="numbered-clinic-card-second-locations"> <a href="/clinics/psycho-oncology" target="_self" title="Psycho-Oncology"></a> <span><p>San Francisco</p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="component patient-services cards-component col-xs-12"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="patient-services-header"> <h2 class="heading1 title-anchor"> Support services </h2> <div class="view-all"> </div> </div> <div class="cards"> <div class="card"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="card-content"> <a href="/services/art-for-recovery" class="phantom-link" title="Art for Recovery"></a> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-health/service/hero/art-for-recovery-2x.jpg?h=376&w=973&rev=bf039ce6cca54b9cb4ea98f1cc83c537&hash=93A330CC3F0AF06DBBB02331E74D0705" alt="" width="2880" height="1112" /> <div class="field-icon support-group"> <div class="eyebrow"> Support Group </div> </div> <p class="font-larger"> Art for Recovery </p> <p> Creativity can help people with serious illnesses cope, heal and express what they're going through. Find out about our program and how to join. </p> <span class="field-read-more-link"><span class="include-ucsf-arrow"></span></span> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="card-content"> <a href="/services/cancer-exercise-counseling" class="phantom-link" title="Cancer Exercise Counseling"></a> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-health/service/hero/cancer-exercise-counseling-2x.jpg?h=376&w=973&rev=49f4bf24b9554fc796a0762655d3e712&hash=0F4FBEB67D7132973E243A137DC39B10" alt="" width="2880" height="1112" /> <div class="field-icon fitness"> <div class="eyebrow"> Fitness </div> </div> <p class="font-larger"> Cancer Exercise Counseling </p> <p> Our one-on-one exercise training sessions, customized for your needs and abilities, can complement other cancer treatments and speed your recovery. </p> <span class="field-read-more-link"><span class="include-ucsf-arrow"></span></span> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="card-content"> <a href="/services/cancer-nutrition-counseling" class="phantom-link" title="Cancer Nutrition Counseling"></a> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-health/service/hero/cancer-nutrition-counseling-2x.jpg?h=376&w=973&rev=0096a626d8584f1aa4895234d9e3d099&hash=6B9B47D85E16F246603108CD09A22DAF" alt="" width="2880" height="1112" /> <div class="field-icon patient-resource"> <div class="eyebrow"> Patient Resource </div> </div> <p class="font-larger"> Cancer Nutrition Counseling </p> <p> UCSF Health offers free nutrition counseling to our patients with cancer, as well as nutrition seminars that are open to anyone. Learn more. </p> <span class="field-read-more-link"><span class="include-ucsf-arrow"></span></span> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="card-content"> <a href="/services/cancer-support-groups" class="phantom-link" title="Cancer Support Groups"></a> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-health/service/hero/cancer-support-groups-2x.jpg?h=376&w=842&rev=acf435a4ffe140b7b5b17a321890bd70&hash=6ECB4CA80B29829BA484FFF00A4FD631" alt="" width="2880" height="1288" /> <div class="field-icon support-group"> <div class="eyebrow"> Support Group </div> </div> <p class="font-larger"> Cancer Support Groups </p> <p> These groups offered by the Ida and Joseph Friend Patient and Family Cancer Support Center are free and available to all patients, whether or not you get your health care at UCSF. </p> <span class="field-read-more-link"><span class="include-ucsf-arrow"></span></span> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="card-content"> <a href="/services/core-and-more-class" class="phantom-link" title="Core & More Class for Cancer Patients"></a> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-health/service/hero/core-and-more-class-2x.jpg?h=376&w=973&rev=4bb4146d730d48919cedbcb26699306f&hash=4AF7C0E7159A49FD0BBB3F730FA8AE3F" alt="" width="2880" height="1112" /> <div class="field-icon fitness"> <div class="eyebrow"> Fitness </div> </div> <p class="font-larger"> Core & More Class for Cancer Patients </p> <p> A strong body helps you fight cancer and enjoy life. 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