Is there a difference between vocal cord polyps and vocal nodules?
Disease description:
I've been coughing constantly. After visiting the outpatient clinic at the hospital, the doctor told me that I have a polyp on my vocal cord. I'd like to know whether there's a difference between a vocal cord polyp and a vocal cord nodule.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Xu Gang
Vocal cord polyps and vocal nodules generally differ in terms of their location, underlying causes, and specific symptoms. In addition, due to voice misuse, many long-term voice users—such as teachers and singers—are prone to developing these conditions. Vocal cord polyps are benign growths on the surface of the vocal cords and are considered a form of endocrine-related benign tumor; they are also a typical manifestation of chronic laryngitis. The primary clinical symptom of vocal cord polyps is hoarseness, and the main treatment approach is surgical removal.
