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Behind the Itch: 10 Surprising Causes of Throat Irritation

Swollen Lymph Nodes and Laryngitis

Your body uses your lymph nodes to fend against infections. Swelling typically indicates an underlying issue, like a bacterial or viral illness.

Usually, lymph nodes enlarge in the vicinity of an illness. For instance, your neck’s lymph nodes may swell if you have strep throat. Occasionally, a sore throat on one side is caused by the swelling of just one lymph node.

Rarely, enlarged lymph nodes could be a sign of a more serious issue, such HIV or cancer. Consult a physician if you suspect that you have an enlarged lymph nodes.

Laryngitis is the Inflammation of the larynx, often known as the voice box. Usually, it’s the result of a viral infection, discomfort, or overuse of your voice.

Your larynx has two vocal cords that typically open and close smoothly to produce sound. Your voice may sound different and you may experience pain as the chords swell or get irritated. You might only have pain on one side of your throat if one chord is more inflamed than the other.