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Is Persistent Sore Throat A Sign Of Cancer?
Hello, I m a 25 years old female and have been smoking 2-3 cigarettes per day for 4 years now. I have had a constant sore thoat for the past 3 months, it s worse in the morning and after I smoke (even one hit is enough). I m trying to quit smoking but I m worried that some irreversible damage has been made. I heard that sore throat could be a symptom of throat cancer. should I be worried?
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Hi,
It can be due to smoking which can cause chronic inflammatory changes to laryngeal soft tissue and vocal cords. For reassurance otolaryngologist review and laryngoscopy may be needed.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Saddiq Ulabidin, General & Family Physician
It can be due to smoking which can cause chronic inflammatory changes to laryngeal soft tissue and vocal cords. For reassurance otolaryngologist review and laryngoscopy may be needed.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Saddiq Ulabidin, General & Family Physician
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