Cysts in the pharynx do not disappear on their own, and medication is usually not effective. Surgery is the only definitive treatment for cysts in the pharynx. The most common cysts in the pharynx are epiglottis cysts and vocal cord cysts. Epiglottis cysts occur on the lingual surface of the epiglottis and in the valley of the epiglottis, and are usually caused by local blockage of the glandular ducts, which can lead to decreased lift function of the epiglottis and foreign body sensation in the throat. Patients mainly present with a foreign body sensation in the throat and abnormal swallowing, and on examination, they see a pale white, soft, painless neoplasm in the epiglottis. If the patient has more severe symptoms, a significant foreign body sensation in the throat or a persistent enlargement of the cyst, surgical treatment is required. Examination of the vocal fold cyst reveals a smooth, pale white neoplasm in the anterior middle third of the unilateral vocal folds, which can cause hoarseness. If a vocal fold cyst is found, it must be operated as early as possible. Active postoperative articulation training will prevent the cyst from recurring. Cysts in the pharynx are benign lesions and usually do not become cancerous. Therefore, if a cyst in the throat does not cause serious symptoms, it can be observed first. If the symptoms are serious and cause pain and obstruction in the throat, surgery should be performed promptly.