What is the possible diagnosis for an 84-year-old woman with a 1.5-month history of throat and larynx itching, difficulty swallowing, occasional breathing difficulty, and a sensation of a lump in the throat, who is not on any medication?
Abstract
The possible diagnoses for the symptoms in the elderly patient may include GERD, allergic responses, laryngitis, laryngeal or hypopharyngeal cancer, or psychological factors. Definitive diagnosis requires further clinical evaluation and investigation.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Voice and Speech Disorders
Respiratory and Cough-Related Research
Head and Neck Cancer Studies
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
- Publication date
- 12 January 2026