Throat blockage

It can be seen in laryngeal mucus cysts, which are mostly caused by obstruction of submucosal mucous gland ducts caused by inflammatory stimuli, or a small number of mucous gland ducts during the developmental period. Most clinically small patients are asymptomatic. Occasionally during laryngoscopy, foreign body sensation may be found in a few cases. The older may have confusion in the throat. Sore throat when secondary infection. If the glottis is involved, there is a hoarseness or cough, and even breathing difficulties, especially in newborns or infants with congenital cysts, often with symptoms of throat obstruction. The most common site of the laryngeal mucus cyst is the epiglottis tongue. Laryngoscopy showed a hemispherical shape, a smooth surface, slightly yellow or reddish, and could suck out milky white or brown liquid.

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