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Head & Neck Cancer

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Diagnosis

Early cancers of the head and neck may be found by a number of symptoms, including:
  • A sore on the lip or in the mouth that does not heal
  • A lump on the lip or in the mouth or throat
  • Unusual bleeding, pain, or numbness in the mouth
  • A sore throat or a feeling that something is caught in the throat
  • A change in the voice
While these symptoms may often be caused by other less serious problems, it is important to see a doctor about any symptoms like these. Screening for head and neck cancers may be through physical examination (a doctor feeling your neck and mouth areas). If an abnormal area is found, a biopsy must be done to determine if it is cancer. A PET scan may be needed to determine how far the cancer has spread.

A PET scan can show where tumor cells are growing, which helps your doctor determine the best course of treatment.

Call Care Imaging at 905-712-9500 if you have head and neck cancer and would like to discuss whether PET could be useful in your care.

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