Patient's question:
I have been teaching for four years. I once had vocal cord nodules before, and now this condition has recurred. My voice is hoarse, and I feel a bit strained when speaking. When I had this condition before, I took some medication to treat it, but this time the medication is not effective. How should vocal cord nodules be treated?Doctor's answer:
Laryngeal nodules tend to recur repeatedly. Generally, anti-inflammatory drugs are used, and attention should be paid to regulation in daily life to prevent catching colds or catching a cold. Drink more water, eat a light diet, avoid spicy and other irritating foods, quit smoking and drinking alcohol, and speak less. In most cases, the condition can be controlled, symptoms can be alleviated, and recurrence can be prevented. If the condition recurs frequently and medication is ineffective, it is necessary to promptly visit a regular public hospital's otolaryngology department for a follow-up examination and a thorough diagnosis. The specialist doctor will then recommend surgical treatment based on the actual condition.