{"id":2107,"date":"2022-12-30T01:45:26","date_gmt":"2022-12-30T06:45:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entandallergyspecialists.org\/?p=2107"},"modified":"2022-12-30T01:45:44","modified_gmt":"2022-12-30T06:45:44","slug":"how-to-know-if-you-have-throat-cancer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entandallergyspecialists.org\/how-to-know-if-you-have-throat-cancer\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Know if You Have Throat Cancer\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Throat cancer is a type of head and neck cancer.<\/a> In its early stages, symptoms can be hard to distinguish between throat cancer and less serious conditions such as a head cold. Let\u2019s take a look at some of the signs of throat cancer as well as when to see a doctor.  <\/p>\n\n\n

A Sore Throat Is Often the First Sign of Throat Cancer\u00a0 <\/h2>\n\n
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Typically, the earliest sign of throat cancer is a persistent sore throat.<\/a> However, it\u2019s important to note that many other conditions, like acid reflux or allergies, can also cause lingering pain in the throat and that there is no need to panic if you have this symptom. Instead, make an appointment with your doctor or primary care provider for any sore throat that lasts longer than two weeks. Your doctor can evaluate your symptoms and provide an accurate diagnosis. <\/p>\n\n\n

Additional Throat Cancer Symptoms\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n

As throat cancer progresses, other symptoms will likely develop. These include: <\/p>\n\n\n\n