This resource guide is intended to provide general and supportive information about metastatic squamous cancer found in the lymph nodes in the upper part of the neck to patients, caregivers and other interested parties.

If you would like additional information or print copies of the brochures listed below, please stop by the Community Cancer Resource Center (CCRC), call the ASK-RPCI line at 1-877-ASK-RPCI (1-877-275-7724) or email ASKRPCI@roswellpark.org.

General

Head and Neck Cancer: Questions and Answers – This National Cancer Institute (NCI) fact sheet (6.37) provides an overview of head and neck cancer, its causes, risk factors and symptoms; diagnostic exams and treatments are also touched upon.

Metastatic Cancer: Questions and Answers – This NCI fact sheet (6.20) explains metastasis, the spread of cancer to other parts of the body. Discusses the diagnosis and treatment of cancer that has spread.

Cancer of Unknown Primary Origin – This NCI fact sheet (6.19) is about cancer that has spread but whose original site in the body has not been found (unknown primary).

Cancer.Net - The patient information Web site of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO). With nearly 25,000 members in the United States and abroad, ASCO is the world's leading professional organization representing physicians of all oncology subspecialties who care for people with cancer. Cancer.Net provides timely, oncologist-approved information to help patients and families make informed health-care decisions, including information on Metastatic Squamous Neck Cancer With Occult Primary Cancer. This type of cancer is a subgroup of Cancer of Unknown Primary (CUP). You will be directed to the CUP page and should click on treatment for subgroups of CUP and scroll down to squamous cell carcinoma involving the cervical (neck) lymph nodes.

Additional general information on lab tests, diagnostic testing and imaging, pathology, etc.

Screening and Prevention

No screening tests are available.

Treatment

Metastatic Squamous Neck Cancer with Occult Primary Treatment (PDQ®) – This NCI document details treatment options for patients with metastatic squamous neck cancer with occult primary. Document is available in patient or health professional version.

Carcinoma of Unknown Primary Treatment (PDQ®) - This NCI document details treatment options for all carcinoma of unknown primary cancers including Metastatic Squamous Neck Cancer With Occult Primary which is one of many subgroups. Document is available in patient or health professional version.

Additional treatment information for all types of cancer.

Treatment Related Issues

Oral Complications of Chemotherapy and Head/Neck Radiation (PDQ®) – Oral complications are common in cancer patients, especially those with head and neck cancer. This NCI summary describes oral complications caused by chemotherapy and radiation therapy and various methods of prevention and treatment.

Information on treatment related issues for all types of cancer.

Nutrition

Nutrition information for people with all types of cancer.

Resources and Support

Cancer support materials for people with all types of cancer.

Learn more about RPCI's Head and Neck Cancer Support Group.

Organizations

Support for People with Oral, Head, and Neck Cancer, Inc. –  A patient-directed, self-help organization dedicated to meeting the needs of oral and head and neck cancer patients.  Founded in 1991 by an oral cancer survivor, addresses the broad emotional, physical and humanistic needs of this population.

Learn about other organizations for people will all types of cancer.
 

Survivorship Resources

Learn about our survivorship resources for patients, care givers and loved ones.