Oropharyngeal cancer is a relatively rare form of cancer which forms in the middle section of the throat affecting the tonsils, the back part of the tongue and soft palate. Chances of survival are much higher when diagnosed and treated early.
Overall, the lifetime risk of developing oral cavity and oropharyngeal cancer is about 1 in 59 for men and 1 in 139 for women. Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is responsible for around 70% of oropharyngeal cancers,
Our Factsheet: HPV & Head and Neck Cancers outlines symptoms, risks and treatment for oropharyngeal cancer for people living with HIV.
