About Oral Cavity and Oropharyngeal Cancer

Learn about the different types of oral (mouth) cancer & oropharyngeal (throat) cancer, latest key statistics in the US, and new research & treatments.

Causes, Risk Factors, and Prevention

Learn about the causes and risk factors for oral cancer and throat cancer and ways you might be able to help lower your risk of developing the cancer.

Early Detection, Diagnosis, and Staging

Know the signs and symptoms of oral cavity and oropharyngeal (mouth and throat) cancers. Find out how oral cavity and oropharyngeal cancers are tested for, diagnosed, and staged.

Treating Oral Cavity and Oropharyngeal Cancer

Read about the treatment options for oral cavity (mouth) or oropharyngeal (throat) cancer, so you can compare the benefits and possible risks of each.

After Treatment

Learn about follow-up doctor visits and tests after oral or oropharyngeal cancer treatment. Find out what you can do to try to keep oral cancer from coming back.

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