Key Facts Soft palate cancer is a type of cancer that occurs in the soft palate, which is the muscular part at the back of the roof of the mouth This cancer is a subset of oropharyngeal cancers and is often linked to the squamous cells that line the soft palate Various factors such as tobacco and alcohol use, human papillomavirus (HPV) infection, and a family history of cancer can contribute to the risk of developing soft palate cancer Symptoms often include a sore throat, difficulty swallowing, a lump in the mouth or throat, or ear pain Treatment options vary depending on the stage and type of cancer and can…