Early symptoms of recurrent vocal cord polyps

Written by Li Rui
Otolaryngology
Updated on December 26, 2024
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Vocal cord polyps are a relatively common otolaryngological disease. If vocal cord polyps recur, they can cause related clinical symptoms, the most common being a hoarse voice. Some patients experience persistent hoarseness, while others have sporadic hoarseness. Moreover, the hoarseness generally becomes more pronounced after excessive use of the voice. In terms of treatment, the first step is to visit an otolaryngologist. It is recommended to undergo a laryngoscopy to examine the size of the polyp in detail. If the polyp is relatively small, conservative treatment may be considered, commonly involving oral medication combined with nebulization therapy. However, if the polyp is particularly large, surgery might be necessary.

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Can people with vocal cord polyps eat beef?

Patients with vocal cord polyps can eat beef. Beef is a common type of meat and does not have any side effects on vocal cord polyps, nor does it exacerbate the condition or affect the treatment outcomes. It does not directly conflict with medications used to treat vocal cord polyps. For patients with vocal cord polyps, it is recommended to follow a light diet and avoid spicy and irritating foods, smoking, and drinking alcohol. Additionally, timely medical treatment should be considered. For some patients where the condition of the vocal cord polyps is severe and medical treatment is ineffective, surgery may need to be considered.

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Can vocal cord polyps be treated without surgery?

Vocal cord polyps must be surgically treated; otherwise, they will further aggravate. The cause of vocal cord polyps is often due to improper long-term vocal use, shouting loudly, or excessive fatigue. Alternatively, it can be caused by a digestive system disorder, where acid reflux stimulates and leads to vocal cord lesions. Patients will experience persistent hoarseness, and it tends to progressively worsen. Vocal cord polyps generally affect one side. During an examination with an electronic laryngoscope, a smooth, light red or light white abnormal growth can be observed at the anterior-middle third of one vocal cord. The growth is soft and painless, with good vocal cord mobility, but incomplete glottic closure. In terms of treatment, conservative management is ineffective, and the patient requires direct laryngoscopy for polyp removal. The surgery requires hospitalization, and the patient can typically recover and be discharged within about a week.

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Does voice rest have an effect on vocal cord polyps?

Vocal cord polyps are a relatively common ENT disease. Resting the voice can benefit symptoms of hoarseness. However, the effectiveness of treatment can vary individually. If the polyps are large, resting alone may not be completely effective, and in such cases, oral medications and nebulization treatments should be combined. During treatment, regular check-ups to observe the effects are necessary. However, some patients may not achieve satisfactory results with conservative treatment and might need to consider surgical removal. Currently, minimally invasive surgery is commonly used, and after the surgery, symptoms of hoarseness in most patients will significantly improve, but there may be a risk of recurrence. (Please use medication under the guidance of a professional physician.)

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How long should one rest their voice for vocal cord polyps?

Vocal cord polyps are a common and frequent disease in otolaryngology. The main symptoms of vocal cord polyps in patients are usually hoarseness and vocal fatigue. Diagnosis can be confirmed through examination methods such as electronic laryngoscopy or indirect laryngoscopy. The primary treatment for vocal cord polyps is surgical removal of the polyp tissue to restore normal vocal function. After the surgery for vocal cord polyps, it is generally recommended that patients refrain from speaking for three to four weeks to promote the repair of the vocal cord mucosa and avoid congestion and swelling of the local mucosa due to excessive voicing or overuse, which can affect the recovery time or degree of recovery and are likely to lead to recurrence in patients.

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Can vocal cord polyps be treated in an outpatient clinic?

Some vocal cord polyps can be treated with outpatient surgery. This decision largely depends on the general health of the patient and the size of the polyps. If the polyps are not particularly large and the patient’s overall health is good, local anesthesia procedures in an outpatient setting might be considered. However, during the procedure, it is important for the patient to cooperate with the doctor to avoid serious complications. If the vocal cord polyps are larger or the patient's overall health is not very good, it is recommended to opt for inpatient treatment. With hospitalization, additional assessments can be made, followed by surgery under general anesthesia. In this scenario, the patient does not need to actively participate during the surgery, and the procedure is generally considered routine minor surgery.