Is surgery required for a polyp in the throat?
Dec 27, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lu Cheng
Introduction
When deciding on a treatment plan, patients should communicate fully with their doctors, understand the advantages and disadvantages of various treatment methods, and select the most suitable treatment plan under the doctor's guidance. At the same time, regardless of which treatment plan is chosen, patients should actively cooperate with the treatment and pay attention to adjustments in diet and lifestyle habits to promote recovery.
Generally speaking, the term "throat" refers to the pharynx and larynx. Whether surgery is needed for a polyp in the throat depends on the specific circumstances. If the polyp is small and symptoms are mild, surgery is usually unnecessary. However, if the polyp is large and symptoms are severe, surgery may be required. Detailed analysis is as follows:
If the polyp is small, the patient may only experience mild symptoms such as slight hoarseness and difficulty speaking, and these symptoms do not significantly affect the patient's daily life and work. In such cases, surgery is typically not necessary. Conservative treatments such as avoiding excessive voice use, correcting improper voice habits, and engaging in appropriate voice training can be tried first. Meanwhile, under a doctor's guidance, medications such as Huang's Resonant Pills, Jin's Polyp Dispersing Pills, or Jin's Voice-Enhancing Capsules may be used to alleviate symptoms.
If the polyp is large and irregularly shaped, it may cause severe hoarseness, difficulty speaking, or even breathing difficulties. In such cases, surgical removal of the polyp under an electronic laryngoscope or a supported laryngoscope is typically recommended. These procedures offer advantages such as minimal trauma and rapid recovery, effectively removing the polyp and relieving symptoms.
When deciding on a treatment plan, patients should fully communicate with their doctors, understand the pros and cons of various treatment methods, and choose the most suitable treatment plan under medical guidance. Additionally, regardless of the chosen treatment, patients should actively cooperate with the treatment process and pay attention to adjusting their diet and lifestyle habits to promote recovery.
