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Common Symptoms
- •Hoarseness, raspiness, or pitch changes lasting more than 2 weeks
- •Voice fatigue, strain, or loss of vocal range while speaking
- •Sensation of a lump in the throat (Globus pharyngeus)
- •Persistent sore throat, painful swallowing, or throat burning
- •Chronic throat clearing and dry night-time coughing
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Conditions Treated
- ✓Vocal cord nodules, polyps, cysts, and contact ulcers
- ✓Laryngopharyngeal Reflux (LPR / silent acid reflux)
- ✓Chronic tonsillitis and recurrent peritonsillar infections
- ✓Vocal cord paresis or paralysis
- ✓Benign and early premalignant lesions of the vocal cords
Diagnostic & Advanced Treatment Protocols
1. Clinical Diagnosis
- →High-resolution Video Laryngoscopy (rigid 70° and flexible endoscopy)
- →Stroboscopy for vocal cord mucosal wave assessment
- →Reflux finding score and clinical gastroenterology correlation
- →Neck ultrasonography and tissue histopathology when indicated
2. Surgical & Medical Treatments
- →Microlaryngeal Surgery (MLS)
- →Vocal Nodules & Polyps
- →Coblation Tonsillectomy
- →Hoarseness Workup
When to Consult an ENT Specialist
Early evaluation prevents chronic complications. Schedule a specialist consultation promptly if you experience:
- •Any voice change or hoarseness persisting beyond 2 to 3 weeks
- •Painful swallowing (odynophagia) radiating to the ear
- •Coughing up blood or blood-tinged saliva
- •Enlarged neck node accompanying a sore throat or voice change
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is persistent hoarseness considered a red flag?
While temporary hoarseness often stems from acute laryngitis, any voice change lasting longer than 2 to 3 weeks requires direct laryngoscopy to rule out vocal fold polyps, papillomas, or early neoplastic lesions.
What is Laryngopharyngeal Reflux (LPR)?
LPR occurs when stomach enzymes and acid travel up into the delicate tissues of the larynx and pharynx, often causing throat clearing, foreign body sensation, and hoarseness without typical heartburn.
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