Laryngeal cysts: a report of three cases with varying presentations

Cysts in the larynx are not uncommon and assume importance due to their potential to compromise the airway. A series of three cases of laryngeal cysts is presented. Voice, swallowing, and breathing are the prime functions served by the upper aerodigestive tract, and the three cases presented here illustrate how each of these functions can be interfered with by the development of laryngeal cysts. Despite the presence of overlapping symptoms, there were only subtle symptoms at the onset such as globus sensation (case 1), worsening asthma (case 2), and vocal fatigue (case 3). This case series highlights the importance of understanding these subtle symptoms and the need for a thorough search for these benign but offending laryngeal cysts.