How to treat epiglottis cyst is better, can not be generalized, need to be combined with the size of the cyst, the patient’s clinical symptoms comprehensive analysis. For those with small cysts and no special discomfort, they can be left untreated for the time being. If the cyst is large and there are obvious symptoms such as foreign body sensation in the throat, surgical treatment should be the main focus.
Epiglottis cysts are mainly caused by obstruction of the epiglottis mucous gland ducts or congenital malformations of the larynx. When the cysts are small, there are no obvious symptoms, so this situation should not be handled for the time being, and regular observation is sufficient.
If the cyst is large, the patient will experience discomfort in swallowing or a foreign body sensation in the pharynx, which may also lead to respiratory difficulties in severe cases. At this time, treatment is needed, mainly surgical treatment, usually under the supportive laryngoscopy, or laser or plasma knife can also be used to remove it.
For epiglottis cysts, the treatment should be individualized according to personal circumstances.