Understanding Head & Neck Cancer
Clear, accurate information about conditions, treatments, and what to expect — written by one of India's leading head and neck cancer surgeons.
Conditions Library
Understanding Your Diagnosis
Clear, patient-friendly guides to the most common head and neck cancers — what they are, how they present, and how they are treated.
Oral Cancer
Cancers of the mouth, tongue, cheek, and gums. The most common head and neck cancer in India — and one of the most preventable when caught early.
Learn moreThyroid Cancer
Malignant thyroid nodules — papillary, follicular, medullary, and anaplastic. Most thyroid cancers have excellent outcomes with prompt treatment.
Learn moreLaryngeal Cancer
Cancer of the voice box — often presenting with hoarseness. Early detection allows voice-preserving treatment in most patients.
Learn moreThroat Cancer (Oropharynx)
Cancers of the tonsil and base of tongue — including HPV-related cancers which have a significantly better prognosis.
Learn moreSalivary Gland Cancer
Rare tumours of the parotid, submandibular, and minor salivary glands — ranging from slow-growing to aggressive histologies.
Learn moreSkull Base Tumours
Complex tumours at the base of the skull — benign and malignant — requiring specialist surgical expertise and joint neurosurgery teams.
Learn moreNeck Lumps
A guide to neck swellings — what causes them, which ones need investigation, and when to seek specialist evaluation urgently.
Learn moreJaw Tumours
Benign and malignant jaw tumours including ameloblastoma — conditions that may require jaw resection and reconstruction.
Learn moreAwareness & Early Detection
Know the Warning Signs
Early detection saves lives. Most head and neck cancers are curable when found at an early stage.
Mouth ulcer >3 weeks
Any mouth sore that has not healed in 3 weeks requires specialist evaluation.
White or red patch
A white (leukoplakia) or red patch inside the mouth — never ignore these.
Neck lump
A painless neck lump lasting more than 2–3 weeks needs urgent investigation.
Hoarseness >3 weeks
Persistent voice change without an obvious cause requires laryngoscopy.
Dr. Narayana Subramaniam
All clinical content on HN Oncology is written or reviewed by Dr. Narayana — one of India's most established head and neck surgeons. 5000+ surgeries, 130+ peer-reviewed publications, fellowship trained at Chris O'Brien Lifehouse, Sydney.
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Guides for Patients & Families
Questions to Ask Your Surgeon
A checklist of the most important questions to ask before head and neck cancer surgery.
Read guide →Preparing for Surgery
What to do in the days before your operation — nutrition, medications, and what to bring to hospital.
Read guide →Diet After Jaw Surgery
A practical guide to nutrition and eating after jaw resection and reconstruction.
Read guide →Understanding Your Pathology Report
What the words in your biopsy or surgical pathology report actually mean — in plain English.
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