10. Frequent Throat Clearing: The Persistent Habit in Laryngeal Papillomatosis
It starts innocently enough; a slight tickle at the back of your throat and before you know it, you’re clearing your throat every few minutes. It’s the kind of habit you don’t realize you have until someone points it out. But in the context of Laryngeal Papillomatosis, frequent throat clearing can be far from innocent.
You can think of the papillomas as little gremlins sitting on your vocal cords, wreaking all sorts of havoc. They prompt your body’s instinct to clear away any perceived obstructions or irritants. This is why you end up clearing your throat more often than usual. Your body is naturally attempting to resolve a discomfort, not knowing it’s more complicated than that.
Now, why is this concerning? Because it’s not just a minor tic. This seemingly harmless act of throat clearing could perpetuate a cycle of irritation. Imagine a delicate eco-system where even a slight disruption can cause a chain reaction of problems. Your persistent throat-clearing could be doing more harm than good, becoming a symptom and a contributor to the issue at the same time. (10)
