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Throat/vocal cords spasm when i talk. left side in front of carotid artery. sharp stabbing, interferes with speech. any idea?

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Dr. Pradeep Parihar answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Vocal cord : At this young age - lymph node could be possibility . Or some panic anxiety issues of all others are ruled out.

Answered 4/26/2016

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