Getting diagnosed with salivary gland cancer
You usually start by seeing your GP if you have symptoms that could be due to salivary gland cancer. They will ask you about your general health and may also examine you.
Your doctor will then decide whether to do tests or refer you to a specialist.
Seeing your GP about salivary gland cancer
See your GP if you notice a change that isn't normal for you. Or if you have any of the possible signs and symptoms of salivary gland cancer.
Referral to a specialist for symptoms of salivary gland cancer
Your GP should arrange for you to see a specialist or have tests if you have symptoms that could be due to salivary gland cancer.
Screening for salivary gland cancer
Screening means testing people for early stages of a disease before they have any symptoms. There is no national screening programme for salivary gland cancer in the UK.
Tests for salivary gland cancer
You will have tests to check for salivary gland cancer. You might not need all of these tests. It will depend on your individual situation.
