Symptom 2: Alterations in Voice – An Unexpected Result of Thyroid Growth
The second symptom to consider in the context of thyroid adenoma is an alteration in voice. The anatomical positioning of the thyroid gland – near the voice box or larynx – means that any growth in this gland can potentially affect your voice.
Patients with thyroid adenoma often report changes in their voice’s pitch or tone. This is because as the adenoma grows, it can compress the nerves supplying the vocal cords, causing hoarseness or voice changes. This is medically known as “thyroid voice”.
This alteration is not just about a change in the voice’s pitch, but also in its consistency. A person with an affected voice due to thyroid adenoma may find that their voice tires easily, leading to an inability to maintain lengthy conversations or speak loudly. They may also experience a sensation of a lump in the throat, a condition called globus pharyngeus, which could affect their ability to speak comfortably. (2)
