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EDDIE VAN HALEN has died aged 65, his son has confirmed, after the legendary guitarist and founder of rock group Van Halen, passed away with throat cancer. These are the signs and symptoms of throat cancer that you should know about, including a persistent sore throat and new cough.
By Matt Atherton
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The co-founder of Van Halen, Eddie Van Halen, has died at the age of 65, his son, Wolfgang, has confirmed. The legendary guitarist reportedly died at St Johns Hospital in Santa Monica, California, on Tuesday.
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Eddie's health went downhill over the past 72 hours, according to TMZ.
Doctors found that his throat cancer had moved to his brain, as well as other vital organs.
Eddie had been diagnosed with the cancer over 10 years ago, it said.
"I can’t believe I’m having to write this, but my father, Edward Lodewijk Van Halen, has lost his long and arduous battle with cancer this morning," Wolfgang wrote on Twitter.
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Eddie Van Halen dead: Throat cancer symptoms and signs include sore throat and new cough (Image: GETTY Images)
"He was the best father I could ever ask for.
"Every moment I’ve shared with him on and off stage was a gift. My heart is broken and I don’t think I’ll ever fully recover from this loss."
Throat cancer can be difficult to spot in its early stages, as the signs may be easily confused for something else.
But the most common warning sign of the condition is a persistent sore throat, according to the Cancer Treatment Centers of America.
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"The signs and symptoms of throat cancer may be difficult to identify in the early stages of the disease.
"Many symptoms associated with throat cancer, such as a sore throat or hoarseness, are the same as those that may accompany a cold.
"Many symptoms of throat cancer do not develop in the early stages of the disease.
"Signs of throat cancer may first be found by a dentist or doctor treating another disease or condition."
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Eddie Van Halen dead: Speak to a doctor if you're at risk of throat cancer (Image: GETTY Images)
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The most common signs of throat cancer include difficulty swallowing, and having a lump in your mouth or throat.
Some patients have also reported hoarseness, or a subtle change to their voice.
The cancer could also lead to ear or jaw pain, while it could also lead to bleeding of the mouth.
Unexplained weight loss and difficulty breathing may also be caused by throat cancer.
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There's no definitive way to prevent throat cancer from ever developing.
But making just a few lifestyle changes could help to lower your risk of the disease.
If you're a smoker, giving up smoking could make a significant difference to your chances of developing throat cancer.
Meanwhile, you could also protect against throat cancer by cutting back on the amount of alcohol you drink, as well as eating a healthy, balanced diet.
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