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I sleep with open mouth since iwas a child and now i have a submucosal cyst on vocalcord. could this attitude have provoked cyst because of irritation?
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Unlikely: Open mouth sleeping is likely related to nose or tonsil problems, and needs treatment. Sleep study may be necessary after a complete examination.
Answered 4/17/2014
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