About Head and Neck Cancer and its treatment in Chicago. Sandler Cancer Treatment Centers in Chicago and Skokie, IL

Steven A. Sandler, M.D.
Board-Certified in
Hematology & Oncology

Telephone Numbers
Office: (847) 933-0875
Fax: (847) 933-0878
Answering Service: (773) 594-7340

Skokie Office
9669 Kenton, Suite 510
Skokie, IL 60076
Map and directions

Chicago Office
7447 W. Talcott Ave., Suite 318
Chicago, IL 60631
Map and directions

Call us at 847-933-0875 or send Dr. Sandler a message via the form below. Please note that this form is for non-emergencies only.

Head and Neck Cancer Information and Treatment

About Head and Neck Cancer

Head and neck cancer is cancer that arises in the head or neck region including the nasal cavity, sinuses, lips, mouth, salivary glands, throat, or larynx (voice box). It is usually caused by smoking or excessive alcohol intake.

Signs and symptoms may include:

Lump or sore that doesn’t heal
A voice change or hoarseness
Sore throat that won’t go away
Difficulty swallowing

Head and Neck Cancer Treatment

Head and neck cancer used to be treated with radical surgery but significant improvements in treatment have been made recently. Most patients are treated with combined chemotherapy and radiation. Occasionally, patients require surgery. Sandler Cancer Treatment Centers use the antibody Erbitux which not only fights the head and neck cancer but also can help radiation therapy be more effective. Regular follow-up care is very important after treatment to make sure the cancer has not returned, or that a second cancer has not developed.