Throat cancer can affect different parts of the throat in different ways, and the symptoms can vary depending on the location and stage of the cancer. Here are some common signs and symptoms of throat cancer:

• A sore throat that lasts for more than two weeks
• Pain or difficulty swallowing food (dysphagia)
• Changes in your voice, like hoarseness, that last more than two weeks
• Lumps in the back of your throat or mouth
• Lumps in your neck, including the back of your neck
• Ear pain that lasts more than two weeks
• Difficulty swallowing
• The feeling that something is caught in the throat
• Persistent sore throat or cough
• Coughing up blood
• Shortness of breath
• Neck or ear pain
• Sudden unexplained weight loss

Its important to note that most throat cancer symptoms arent specific to cancer, so your doctor will likely investigate other more common causes first. If you notice any new signs and symptoms that are persistent, make an appointment with your doctor.