Major Throat Cancer Symptoms

Unusual Changes In Voice

It’s not uncommon for cancer to form on the glottis, or vocal cords, which will typically result in unusual changes in the patient's voice, including the previously discussed hoarseness. This symptom is helpful as its an effective way of catching different throat cancers in early stages. If patients notice their voice has changed, and it has not begun to improve within two weeks, they should consult a doctor. If cancer did not originate in the vocal cords, the changes in the patient's voice might not occur until it has spread or developed into its later stages. Unfortunately, these cancers are often not noticed until they’ve begun to affect to lymph nodes. It’s important to take any changes in voice seriously, as they can often indicate an underlying problem. If patients find their vocal range has diminished, or they're unable to project their voice as they once were able to, it's usually a sign a checkup is needed.

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