You may go home the same day as your surgery, or you may need to stay in the hospital longer. These first few days after your surgery can be a challenge. You'll have lots of help from your healthcare team. And you'll learn how to care for yourself once you're home.

Surgery may be done to remove either a noncancer (benign) tumor or a cancerous tumor. Read on to learn more.

You have a tumor in your mouth or throat. A tumor is a mass of abnormal cells. To learn more about your tumor, your healthcare provider will evaluate you. This may include a health history, physical exam, and some tests. Here's what to expect.

Your healthcare team will explain your choices. They can answer any questions you have. They'll work with you during all stages of your treatment.

Learn about mouth and throat tumors, including who's at risk and symptoms.

Here are details and images of different parts of the throat and neck.

After you quit, you may find that you miss smoking. Plan ahead to resist temptation. Here are some tips to help.

For the first few days after you quit smoking, you may feel cranky, restless, depressed, or low on energy. These are symptoms of withdrawal. Read on for helpful tips on how to cope.

When you are trying to quit, the support of friends, coworkers, and family members can make a big difference.

When you decide to quit smoking, come up with a plan that’s right for you. Here are some tips to get you started.