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What is tonsil cancer - Cancer Research UK
Cancer of the tonsil is a type of head and neck cancer. Cancer is when abnormal cells start to divide and grow in an uncontrolled way. Symptoms often include a painless neck lump and a sore throat. The main risk factors for tonsil cancer are smoking, drinking alcohol and infection with the human papilloma virus (HPV).
Tonsil cancer - Cancer Research UK
Nurse helpline 0808 800 4040. Questions about cancer? Call freephone 9 to 5 Monday to Friday or email us. Tonsil cancer is a type of head and neck cancer. Symptoms often include a painless neck lump and a sore throat. The main treatments are surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy.