Managing the late effects of head and neck cancer treatment

Booklet
Published: 01 Apr 2022
Next review: 01 Apr 2025
Edition: 4
This booklet is about the possible long-term and late effects of treatment for head and neck cancer.
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Published: 01 Apr 2022
Next review: 01 Apr 2025
Edition: 4
This booklet is about the possible long-term and late effects of treatment for head and neck cancer.

About this booklet

This booklet explains the possible long-term and late effects of treatment for head and neck cancer. It is for people who are experiencing side effects after treatment has ended. It is also useful for people caring for someone who is experiencing these late effects.

 

It has information about possible emotional and physical side effects and how to manage them. It also has information about support that may be available to you.

 

View our online information about late effects of head and neck cancer treatment.

 

We want everyone affected by cancer to feel our information is written for them. To do this we use plain English and we try to make it accessible and relevant to the widest range of people. Read more about how we produce our information.

 

Tag: TMT, SDEF

How we can help

Macmillan Support Line
The Macmillan Support Line is a free and confidential phone service for people living and affected by cancer. If you need to talk, we'll listen. 

 

Clinical Information Nurse Specialists
Our Cancer Information Nurse Specialists are dedicated cancer nurses available to talk to on our Macmillan Cancer Support Line. 
Financial guidance
Financial issues can cause worry when someone becomes ill. You may be able to claim benefits to help you in your situation. You may also be able to get financial assistance from other organisations.