Does singing increase the risk of throat cancer?

Singing in smoke-filled bars increases the risk of throat cancer. Is an Occupation With Vocal Load a Risk Factor for Laryngopharyngeal Reflux: A Prospective, Multicentre, Multivariate Comparative Study — maybe, and I doubt it. read more

Throat cancer can affect the body differently depending on the part of the throat where cancer develops. Cancer of the voice box can cause pain in the ears or pain when swallowing. If cancer affects the salivary glands, it can cause swelling near the jaw and chin and pain, numbness or paralysis of the facial muscles. read more

Throat cancer risk factors. GENERAL. Lack of fruits and vegetables: A diet low in fruits and vegetables may increase the likelihood of developing throat cancer. LIFESTYLE. Tobacco use: The use of cigarettes, pipes and/or cigars may increase the likelihood of developing throat cancer. Alcohol use: Excessive use of alcohol may increase your throat cancer risk. read more