Patient's question:
I am a teacher, and I am 32 years old this year. I thought that teaching would require constant use of my voice, so I developed chronic pharyngitis. However, as long as I go to teach, I have to speak, making it difficult to quietly rest and recover. I am very worried that it may become more serious. Doctor, is there a possibility that it could develop into cancer?Doctor's answer:
The possibility of chronic pharyngitis transforming into cancer is relatively small, but it cannot be entirely ruled out. After all, the recurrence of cancer is closely related to various factors such as personal constitution, hereditary factors across generations, dietary factors, environmental factors, and more. For patients currently suffering from chronic pharyngitis, it is necessary to visit a formal hospital's otolaryngology department for a thorough examination by a doctor. Follow the doctor's advice on medication and treatment, as the course of the disease may be prolonged. During acute recurrences, it is essential to cooperate with antibiotic treatment. In daily life, focus on drinking more water, maintaining a light diet, and avoiding smoking and alcohol.