• Laryngeal cancer: Cancer affecting the voice box.
• Pharyngeal cancer: Cancer of the throat, including the nasopharynx, oropharynx, and hypopharynx.
• Oral cancer: Cancer in the mouth or tongue.
• Salivary gland cancer: Malignancy in the glands that produce saliva.
• Nasal cavity and paranasal sinus cancers: Cancers that affect the nasal passages and sinuses.
Risk Factors for Head and Neck Cancer
Several lifestyle and environmental factors contribute to the development of head and neck cancers. Some of the most common risk factors include:
1. Tobacco use: Smoking and chewing tobacco are the leading causes of head and neck cancers, particularly in the oral cavity and larynx.