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I've had an itch in my throat for months.treated for gerd still have the itch.i read about rrp how likely is it to have recurrent respiratory papilloma?

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Dr. Dale Tylor answered

Specializes in ENT - Head & Neck Surgery - Pediatric

SUPER unlikely: Recurrent respiratory papillomatosis is a very rare problem involving the hpv virus (usually type 6 or 11) in the airway. There are juvenile and adult forms. They most commonly present with breathing difficulties (tiring out quickly with activity) or hoarseness. I have never once heard of a patient with rrp complaining of an itchy throat. Reflux is still top contender, or maybe a food allergy.

Answered 8/1/2013

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