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Throat Cancers

Throat cancer is a group of diseases including cancers of the pharynx, larynx and cervical esophagus.

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Cervical Esophageal Cancer

Cervical esophageal cancers include those of the uppermost part of the esophagus. It arises from a combination of complex factors. Learn more.

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Laryngeal Cancers

Laryngeal cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the larynx. Signs and symptoms of laryngeal cancer include a sore throat and ear pain. Learn more.

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Pharyngeal Cancers

Cancer of the nasopharynx (the upper part of the throat behind the nose), the oropharynx (the central part of the pharynx) and the hypopharynx (the lowermost part of the pharynx) are all pharyngeal cancers. Learn more.

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