Lump in Neck: Sign of Head and Neck Cancer

Lump in neck can be a sign that someone is suffering from head and neck cancer. This cancer usually appears on someone who has over 59 years old. Cancers of the head and neck cancer is cancer of the brain, eyes and spinal cord. 

Head and Neck Cancer

Head and neck cancer is easily spread, the cancer can spread quickly and infect other body parts. Parts of the body's most rapid spread are the lymph nodes that usually would lead to someone having a lump in neck.

After a lapse of 3 to 6 months, head and neck cancer will usually spread to other body parts. The spread of cancer to other body parts are usually derived from large tumors or tumors that persist and are more common in people with immune system disorders.

Lump in neck usually last more than 2 weeks. So, once you find a lump in neck, should be immediately checked by a doctor. In addition to the head and neck cancer, a lump in neck can also be a sign of other cancers such as mouth cancer, throat, larynx, thyroid gland or some kind of lymphoma or blood cancer. The lump is usually painless and continue to grow.

Causes of head and neck cancer are smoking and consuming alcohol.