Hypopharyngeal cancer history and symptoms

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Faizan Sheraz, M.D. [2]

Overview

The hallmark of hypopharyngeal cancer is dysphagia. A positive history of odynophagia and hoarseness is suggestive of hypopharyngeal cancer. Common symptoms include lump in the neck, dysphagia, and hoarseness.

History and symptoms

Common symptoms of hypopharyngeal cancer include

• Swollen lymph nodes in the neck
• Dysphagia
• Odynophagia
• Sore throat that persists after treatment
• Pain radiating to ears
• Hoarseness of voice
• Lump in the neck
• Weight loss