Symptoms of nasopharyngeal cancer

Some people with nasopharyngeal cancer may not have symptoms at all. But it is important that you tell your GP if you have any of the following symptoms, especially if they last for more than 3 weeks.

Symptoms include:

• a lump or growth anywhere in the neck area that does not go away after 3 weeks. This might be the only symptom you have

• hearing loss – usually on one side only

• ringing in your ears (tinnitus)

• headaches

• fluid collecting in your ear. This is also known as glue ear

• blocked or stuffy nose – particularly if it’s only blocked on one side

• blood stained discharge from your nose and nosebleeds

• double vision

• difficulty with swallowing

• numbness in your face

• a hoarse voice

• weight loss

When to see your GP

If your GP suspects your symptoms could be because of nasopharyngeal cancer or another type of cancer they will refer you to a specialist.