Question 1

i am experiencing soreness near/on my larynx. possible lump when i felt my nodes. not visible in the mirror. occasional sharp pains.

Accepted Answer

Exam needed: You may be palpating thyroid nodule or cyst. It is best to have a physician examine your neck for diagnosis or reassurance and advice.

Question 2

i had bronchitis 5 months ago and my throat still is very sore under my larynx. could i have damaged my throat with all the coughing?

Accepted Answer

No damage: but still inflamed from the virus . You can benefit from sore throat lozenges.

Question 3

how likely is it that i messed up my larynx or trachea by putting fingers on both sides and feeling up and down? i also kind of pushed a little to one side because it was uncomfortable. now its a little sore and hoarse to talk. is it possible?

Accepted Answer

: It is unlikely that you caused any permanent damage. As long as you are breathing and speaking properly, I would not worry about it. You will find that it heals rather quickly. If you have any breathing difficulties, go to the emergency room right away. Good luck.

Question 4

raspy voice dry throat had it 3week no lumps in neck no sore throat feels like its near larynxs what could it be very worried thanks geoff ps i.am 65?

Accepted Answer

See ENT doctor: If you are a smoker then see an ENT doctor ASAP.  3 weeks of laryngitis could still be consistent with a viral laryngitis.  But for peace of mind and a specific diagnosis see an ENT doctor for a fiber optic laryngoscopy under local anesthesia in the office.

Question 5

what would cause my throat by my trachea/larynx area to hurt severely; accompanied by wheezing, sob, deep/ barky caugh& sore chest. i am 24 w/asthma.?

Accepted Answer

Influenza: Sounds like you have an acute respiratory infection making your asthma worse. If you have an asthma treatment plan this is the point where you shift into the yellow zone using bronchodilators to relieve asthma symptoms & increasing the dose of controller medications. Get some fluids & Ibuprofen on board, call in sick, get plenty of rest, and if things are not stabilizing call or see your doctor.

Question 6

light throat irritation for months and had an exam twice for nose, throat and larynx. all came back normal but light soreness/pain continues. i've chronic post nasal drip and smoked one cigar a day for only 4 years and quit. m, 37. is it concerning?

Accepted Answer

Throat irritation: Trust you stopped smoking cigarettes as well.Do you snore or have you ever been tested or sleep apnea? Go to uptodate.com and read more. then Discuss with your team.

Question 7

what is the definition or description of: larynx?

Accepted Answer

Voicebox: The larynx is the organ that houses the vocal cords.  This provides speech, and protects the airway from aspirating food.  There are other functions also, such as allowing increased pressure for weight lifting by partially closing the vocal cords, etc.

Question 8

can non-smokers get larynx cancer?

Accepted Answer

Very rare but yes: It can happen, most often in people with long term reflux that ends up in the throat or in rare cases of people with a viral disease called laryngeal pappilomatosis.

Question 9

what are the symptoms of larynx cancer?

Accepted Answer

Hoarseness +: If the cancer affects the vocal cords, change in voice quality may be an early symptoms.  Cancer in other parts of the larynx may not produce symptoms in early stages and may become obvious only once it has spread to the local lymph nodes.  Other symptoms may include pain the throat, difficulty in swallowing, cough, sensation of choking etc.

Question 10

how common is larynx cancer in men under 25?

Accepted Answer

Very rare: Laryngeal cancer usually occurs in older men who smoke and drink. If it occurs in a men under 25, it usually is a rare form of cancer.

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I am experiencing soreness near/on my larynx. possible lump when i felt my nodes. not visible in the mirror. occasional sharp pains.

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I had bronchitis 5 months ago and my throat still is very sore under my larynx. could i have damaged my throat with all the coughing?

A member asked:

How likely is it that i messed up my larynx or trachea by putting fingers on both sides and feeling up and down? i also kind of pushed a little to one side because it was uncomfortable. now its a little sore and hoarse to talk. is it possible?

A member asked:

Raspy voice dry throat had it 3week no lumps in neck no sore throat feels like its near larynxs what could it be very worried thanks geoff ps i.am 65?

A member asked:

What would cause my throat by my trachea/larynx area to hurt severely; accompanied by wheezing, sob, deep/ barky caugh& sore chest. i am 24 w/asthma.?

A member asked:

Light throat irritation for months and had an exam twice for nose, throat and larynx. all came back normal but light soreness/pain continues. i've chronic post nasal drip and smoked one cigar a day for only 4 years and quit. m, 37. is it concerning?

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What is the definition or description of: larynx?

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Can non-smokers get larynx cancer?

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What are the symptoms of larynx cancer?

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How common is larynx cancer in men under 25?

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