How to tell if you have laryngeal cancer by your cough

25.01.2023 12:39

Cough is one of the symptoms that most often appears with laryngeal cancer.

If it does not go away for more than two weeks, you should seek help from a doctor.

Otolaryngologist Alexander Kalashnikov spoke about the type of cough that warns of a serious illness.

He shared the details with the publication Doctor Peter .

As the doctor noted, the disease is indicated by an attempt to cough up a foreign body. The cough itself is dry and irritated.

Stethoscope
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Kalashnikov also noted that the person complains of pain.

In this case, the sputum may contain blood, an unpleasant smell appears from the mouth. The voice may disappear.

It should be taken into account that alarming signs are already observed at the first stage of oncology.

Therefore, you should not ignore a long cough, hoarse voice and other problems. You should not forget about periodic examinations to reduce the risk of serious complications.

Olga Kotova Author: Olga Kotova Internet resource editor