Cancers of the Oropharynx usually take many years to develop, so they’re not common in young people. Most patients with these cancers are over the age of 55 when they are diagnosed. HPV-related cancers tend to be diagnosed in people younger than 50.
People with oropharyngeal cancer may notice a painless lump or a non-healing ulcer on the lip, mouth or the throat
Yes, some types of oropharyngeal cancer which are aggressive.
Smoking. Chronic smokers are at a higher risk of developing oropharyngeal cancers.
