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Larynx cancer, also called laryngeal cancer, is a condition of uncontrolled growth of cells in the larynx (voice box), which is part of the throat. Initial symptoms can include sore throat, trouble breathing, bad breath, and voice changes.

Dr. Robert Kwok reviewed this

35 year experience in Pediatrics

Is a type of:

Cancer

How long it usually lasts:

Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)

How common it is:

Rare

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