Head and neck cancer

Cancer of the ear

Ear cancer is rare. There are 3 parts of the ear. Cancer can develop in the outer, middle or inner ear. Most ear cancers start in the skin of the outer ear.

Cancer of the ear is rare. Find out about the causes, symptoms, and diagnosis.

Treatment for cancer that starts in the ear canal, middle and inner ear include surgery and radiotherapy.

You might have surgery or radiotherapy, or a combination of both to treat cancer of the outer ear.

Last reviewed: 29 Nov 2024

Next review due: 29 Nov 2027

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