Tonsil cancer is the most common form of oropharyngeal (throat) cancer. But among all types of cancer, tonsil cancer is still relatively rare, affecting a little more than eight out of 100,000 people.

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My brother had lingering hoarseness and a sore throat. When he finally went to the doctor, he was diagnosed with tonsil cancer. He’s in treatment, but it’s been tough. Chemo makes ...

Oropharyngeal cancer is a type of head and neck cancer. It affects the cells in the middle part of your throat, or what’s called the oropharynx. Early signs are easy to miss. “We can't see that area ...

Overview of diagnosis, stage-based treatments, side effects and follow-up to help patients with cancer understand care choices and expectations. Oropharyngeal cancer develops in the oropharynx, the ...

When you learn you have throat, tonsil, or laryngeal cancer, you’ll probably have many questions for your cancer doctor at your first visit. Talking about treatment options with your doctors can help ...