Larynx problems in adults

Reflux can affect the larynx and cause more atypical symptoms such as coughing, hoarseness, inflammation and sore throat. In these cases, it's referred to as laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR). LPR may be associated with frequent coughing, throat clearing, excess mucus and phlegm, and the sensation of a lump in the throat.

1. How do you know if your larynx is damaged?
2. What are the early signs of larynx cancer?
3. What diseases affect the larynx?
4. What is wrong with my larynx?

How do you know if your larynx is damaged?

Signs and symptoms

1. Difficulty speaking or making sounds.
2. Change in voice (hoarseness)
3. Noisy breathing (stridor)
4. Respiratory distress.
5. Complaints of neck pain or pain when swallowing or coughing.
6. Bruising on the neck.
7. Coughing blood.
8. Neck swelling.

What are the early signs of larynx cancer?

The main symptoms of laryngeal cancer include:

• a change in your voice, such as sounding hoarse.
• pain when swallowing or difficulty swallowing.
• a lump or swelling in your neck.
• a long-lasting cough.
• a persistent sore throat or earache.
• in severe cases, difficulty breathing.

What diseases affect the larynx?

Larynx Disorders

• Arytenoid granuloma.
• Laryngeal papillomatosis.
• Polypoid corditis (Reinke's edema)
• Spasmodic dysphonia.
• Vocal cord cancer.
• Vocal cord dysplasia (pre-cancer)
• Vocal cord nodules, polyps and cysts.
• Vocal cord paralysis.

What is wrong with my larynx?

Laryngitis. Laryngitis, or inflammation (swelling) of the larynx, is probably the most common problem with the larynx and voice. This inflammation may be by itself, or a symptom of another problem. Laryngitis can be acute (short-term) or chronic (long-term).