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Laryngeal Nerve Damage | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring
Usually, nothing can be done to prevent laryngeal nerve damage.
Damage to the laryngeal nerves is often permanent. This may cause lifelong voice or breathing problems.
Laryngeal nerve damage is not contagious, and poses no risk to others.
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Author: Adam Brochert, MD Reviewer: Barbara Mallari, RN, BSN, PHN Date Reviewed: 05/03/01