Cancer is a fatal disease that can occur in any part of the body. Every year millions of people around the world are becoming victims of throat cancer. These symptoms are seen in the first stage of throat cancer. Ignoring these signs can be costly. 

Cancer is a very dangerous disease which is spreading rapidly. Every year lakhs of people are falling prey to throat cancer. There are two types of throat cancer, one is pharyngeal cancer and the other is laryngeal cancer. Pharyngeal cancer is called pharyngeal cancer which occurs in the throat behind the mouth and nose. Laryngeal cancer is larynx cancer which is connected to the voice box. Let us know the early symptoms of throat cancer. 

Early symptoms of throat cancer 

According to the National Cancer Institute, different symptoms can be seen at different stages of throat cancer. According to experts, there are five stages of throat cancer. A lot of changes can be seen in the symptoms from the first stage to the last stage. Let us know the symptoms of the first stage of throat cancer. 

Changes in voice 

Suddenly a person's voice has become hoarse or slow. If there is difficulty in speaking along with the voice, then this can be a sign of cancer. Apart from this, difficulty in speaking a word can also be a big warning. Do not ignore hoarse voice, go to the doctor as soon as possible.

Difficulty swallowing 

Feeling a burning sensation or pain while swallowing food can be a symptom of the early stages of cancer. If you feel that food is getting stuck in your food while eating, this can also be a sign of cancer. 

Throat pain 

Feeling pain in the throat or pain while swallowing food can be an early symptom of throat cancer. 

Ear pain 

Pain in the ear without any reason can be a sign of pharynx cancer. If you are having ear pain for many days, then you should go to a good doctor. 

Symptoms of throat cancer in the advanced stage 

Lump on the neck 

When cancer grows, a lump is seen in the neck. A swollen lymph node on the neck can be a symptom of stage 3 and 4 cancer. 

Weight loss 

Due to difficulty in swallowing food, the intake of food gets reduced which leads to rapid weight loss. 

Difficulty in breathing 

Difficulty in breathing occurs when there is throat cancer. Apart from this, difficulty in moving the tongue and opening the mouth can be a sign of throat cancer. 

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