Can hoarseness be a sign of cancer?
My voice has been hoarse for a few weeks now, and it's not getting better. My wife is very concerned and keeps asking me to get checked. Is hoarseness sometimes a serious sign, like of cancer?
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9 months ago
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In my seventy years, I have seen hundreds of people get a hoarse voice from simple throat infections, singing too loud, or acid reflux. Don't let your mind jump to the worst conclusion immediately. Just rest your voice, drink warm water, and see a doctor if it doesn't clear up in two weeks.
8 months ago
Look, googling symptoms will always show you cancer even for a simple cold. 99% of the time it is just laryngitis or seasonal allergy. But yes, if your voice has been cracked for more than 3-4 weeks, go to an ENT specialist and get it checked properly. No use worrying sitting at home.
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9 months ago
I had persistent hoarseness for almost a month and was terrified of throat cancer. When I finally went to an ENT, it turned out to be silent acid reflux irritating my vocal cords. Once I managed my diet and took reflux medication, my voice returned to normal. Get a proper laryngoscopy done to be sure.
8 months ago
Please don't listen to anyone suggesting home remedies like ginger or honey if your hoarseness has lasted for weeks. It could be nodules, reflux, or in rare cases, something serious like cancer. Only an ENT specialist with a proper scope can tell you the truth, so book an appointment.
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