Glottic throat cancer is a type of laryngeal cancer that is relatively common in clinical practice. Its early symptoms mainly include hoarseness, coughing up blood-tinged sputum, and neck masses. Typical symptoms: 1. Hoarseness: As the tumor stimulates the vocal cord mucosa, it causes the patient to experience persistent hoarseness; 2. Coughing up blood-tinged sputum: As the disease progresses, the tumor will gradually enlarge and may compress surrounding tissues, causing respiratory difficulties. When the tumor surface ruptures, coughing up blood-tinged sputum may occur; 3. Neck masses: If the tumor is large and grows near the piriform fossa, a distinct mass can be felt in the neck. Atypical symptoms: Some patients may not experience obvious early symptoms, possibly manifesting only as slight hoarseness or a sensation of foreign body, but generally without other discomforting symptoms. For individuals with the above-mentioned conditions, it is recommended to promptly visit the otolaryngology department of a hospital for a diagnosis using electronic laryngoscopy and subsequent targeted treatment. Treatments may include surgical removal of the lesion, along with adjuvant therapies such as radiotherapy and chemotherapy after surgery, to help control disease progression. In daily life, it is also important to maintain a light diet, avoid spicy and irritating foods to prevent worsening of symptoms. Additionally, it is crucial to get adequate rest, ensure sufficient sleep time, and minimize prolonged stays awake at night.
