Sore throats are common, but what kind of pain could be cancer?

However, symptoms can also be difficult to detect and easily confused with other, less serious illnesses.

A sore throat is one such symptom, according to an expert, according to the Express .

A persistent sore throat lasting more than two weeks is one of the lesser-known symptoms of head and neck cancer.

Although a sore throat is a common disease, Dr. Jiri Kubes, a head and neck cancer specialist and director of The Proton Therapy Center in Prague (Czech Republic), notes: If this symptom persists, it could be head and neck cancer, according to Express.

Head and neck cancer is one of the fastest growing cancers and early diagnosis can make a huge difference in saving lives.

Some early symptoms can be easily confused with other common illnesses, so it is important for people to be aware of any changes in their bodies and address any concerns, he says.

He stressed: If a sore throat lasts for more than two weeks, it may be time to get checked out, according to Express.

A persistent sore throat lasting more than two weeks is one of the lesser-known symptoms of head and neck cancer, says Dr. Kubes.

Currently, head and neck cancer, if diagnosed early, has a 90% chance of survival.

The American Cancer Society and the Cleveland Clinic also note: If a sore throat lasts more than 2 weeks, you should see a doctor immediately, because it could be cancer.

Dr. Kubes also lists some other early signs of head and neck cancer to look out for, including:

• Pain, sore gums and toothache, white or red patches in the mouth.
• Persistent tinnitus or persistent ear pain.
• Swelling in the neck or discomfort when touching the neck.

Although these are potential signs of head and neck cancer, Dr. Kubes emphasizes that these symptoms can also be caused by other, less serious conditions.

He advises: Although these symptoms are not necessarily serious, if you suspect something is wrong, you should see a doctor immediately.

Currently, head and neck cancer, if diagnosed early, has a 90% chance of survival. But if diagnosed late, this rate drops to only 40%, according to Express .

Head and neck cancers include cancers that begin in the mouth, throat, sinuses, and salivary glands.

According to the UK National Health Service, there are more than 30 areas in the head and neck where cancer can develop, including the mouth and lips, larynx, throat, salivary glands, nose and sinuses and nasopharynx.

Source: https://thanhnien.vn/dau-hong-rat-pho-bien-nhung-dau-the-nao-thi-co-the-la-ung-thu-185240624191125107.htm