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Symptoms of oropharyngeal cancer include: A persistent sore throat that doesnt go away for several weeks Difficulty swallowing (dysphagia) or feeling like you have something stuck in your throat A lump in the back of your mouth, throat, or neck Unexplained weight loss Pain or ringing in your ears Changes in your voice Persistent cough Coughing or spitting up blood Unexplained mouth pain or an ulcer that doesnt heal Swelling or white or red patches Difficulty moving the jaw or tongue Numbness or weakness in certain areas of the throat or tongue Persistent bad breath Swollen lymph nodes in the neck Breathing difficulties Diagnosis Your doctor will use a combination of medical history evaluation, physical examination, and various diagnostic tests and procedures to determine if you have oropharyngeal cancer

You can take care of yourself by being vigilant about follow-up care

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