Patient Story
Head and Neck Cancer: Victor's Story
Head and Neck Cancer: A Survivor’s Story
When a lump in Victor’s neck didn’t go away, he sought help from Johns Hopkins head and neck cancer specialists, who diagnosed him with oropharyngeal cancer. Watch Victor share about the surgery he had, which was followed by radiation therapy and chemotherapy treatments. He also talks about some of the side effects he experienced. Now, 18 months later, Victor is cancer-free, the side effects are almost fully resolved and he has tremendous hope for the future.
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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.