Patient Story
Oropharyngeal Cancer: David's Story
Surviving Oropharyngeal Cancer | It’s Going to Be Tough
David thought that a bump in the back of his mouth was an infected tooth. When he noticed the bump getting bigger, he went to a surgeon, who suspected it was a malignant tumor. A biopsy revealed it was cancerous, so he sought treatment from the Johns Hopkins Head and Neck Cancer Center. David underwent radiation and chemotherapy because the cancer had spread and has been cancer-free for over a year. While he is still unable to taste food, his quality of life has returned and his energy is back.
Head and Neck Tumor Center
The treatment of head and neck tumors is complex. At Johns Hopkins, our care goes beyond addressing the tumor. Our multidisciplinary team of cancer specialists is dedicated to treating your tumor with your overall health and life goals in mind.
