Head and neck cancer is a general term that covers many different types of cancers. Head and neck cancer affects any of the organs or tissues of the head and neck, including the mouth, throat, nasal cavities, eyes or ears.

Head and neck cancers may show symptoms but in some cases there may be no obvious signs. The symptoms of a head and neck cancer will also depend on where it is.

Further information on the signs and symptoms of head and neck cancer.