Objective: Persistent hoarseness due to recurrent laryngeal nerve paralysis (RLNP) reduces the quality of life unless it is adequately treated. This study examined the indications for phonosurgical intervention in patients with RLNP. Materials and methods: The medical records of the Ehime University ...
Persistent hoarseness lasting longer than three weeks should be viewed with suspicion until laryngeal malignancy is ruled out. Surgical treatment for carcinoma of the larynx should produce very satisfactory results, and addition of radiation therapy offers some further benefit. Laryngofissure in suitable ...
This reflux may cause a persistent cough. Chronic irritation of the vocal cords also may cause polyps or nodules to form on the vocal cords, which may affect the ability of the vocal cords to vibrate, causing chronic hoarseness. Repetitive use of inhalers. Hoarseness not caused by laryngitis...
A major cause of both acute and chronic gastritis is an infection of the stomach mucosa by a bacterial species named. Usually, this bacterium first infects the stomach antrum (stomach mucosa without acid-producing cells) acutely and may progress to infect most or all of the stomach's mucosa ...
Most people don't have any symptoms of throat cancer early on. And when they do, it's mostly a swelling in the lymph nodes or a lump in the neck. Other less common signs are persistent laryngitis and pain on one side of the throat that never goes away. If you have any of these ...
Postnasal drip typically lasts for a few days or weeks, though it can become chronic and persist for months. In addition to a persistent dry cough, symptoms of postnasal drip include:21 Burning feeling in your throat Constant need to clear the throat ...
Hoarseness or loss of voice. Pain upon speaking, even whispering. Persistent dry mouth. Occupation where constant talking or shouting is necessary. Latest Updated on August 26, 2014 byDr. Chris Published on May 20, 2010 byDr. Chris
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Another common cause of persistent sore throat is an infection of the structures in or surrounding the throat. In people who still have their tonsils, these are the structures most often affected. This is known astonsillitis, and other symptoms that may be present include:78 ...
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