Throat Cancer Throat cancer, a type of head and neck cancer , can be found in the pharynx or larynx. It most often affects squamous cells or thin, flat cells that line the surface of these organs. Throat cancer can affect either the pharynx or larynx and there are a variety of different types, based on where the cancer is found. Squamous cell cancer of the throat can spread to other areas of the body including the lungs, bone, and liver. Symptoms: Following are the symptoms of throat cancer: 1. A sore throat that doesn’t go away. 2. Pain or difficulty in swallowing. 3. Persistent ear pain 4. A lump in the neck or throat 5. Hoarseness or other changes in the voice. 6. Bleeding of Nose 7. Headaches 8. Coughing up blood 9. Unexplained weight loss 10. Sores in the throat Diagnosis of throat cancer typically begins with a physical exam conducted by your doctor to check for any signs of ...