The patient has been admitted for possible carcinoma of the larynx. The first sign or symptom that may be present in carcinoma of the larynx is often
a. pain in the larynx.
b. hemoptysis.
c. persistent hoarseness.
d. dysphagia.
C
Progressive or persistent hoarseness is an early sign.
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