Throat infection & Hyoid bone

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Asked for Male, 32 Years

Currently I am having a cold and throat infection. But Suddenly while checking my throat i found, " My right lesser horn is feeling bigger than the left lesser horn in the hyoid bone. Feels like a swelling". FYI, I did a laryngoscopy 3 months back and everything was fine. Please advice 🙏

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Dr. Chirag Yashlaha

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Dr. Jaimini Thakkar

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Please get done physical examination.

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Dr. Ranvir Singh Head and Neck Surgeon 16 yrs exp New Delhi · Accepted Answer

Dr. Ranvir Singh

Head and Neck Surgeon 16 yrs exp New Delhi

Looks a common cold only Any specific throat issues, plz elaborate.

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See a specialist and get examined if anything concerning go for repeat laryngoscopy or imaging of neck

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Stop smoking/drinking if any Avoid oily spicy food Plenty of water

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