Sarcoidosis
Sarcoidosis is an autoimmune disease that causes inflammatory nodules (granulomas) to form in multiple parts of the body, especially the lungs, lymph nodes, and skin. It can also affect the larynx, leading to symptoms like hoarseness, breathing difficulty, a muffled voice, and swelling in the throat. The changes can be gradual and are sometimes mistaken for allergies or reflux. In early stages, oral or inhaled steroids are often effective. When sarcoidosis causes swelling or narrowing in the larynx, we can help manage it with in-office steroid injections, and in some cases, CO2 laser treatment or dilation procedures to open the airway. We work closely with other specialists if the disease affects other organs.