Laryngeal papillomas are most commonly diagnosed in children, typically before the age of five. They require a thorough diagnosis because, due to the smaller size of the respiratory tract, they can lead to shortness of breath and breathing problems in toddlers.
Laryngeal papilloma is much less common in adults. In this age group, the virus is most often transmitted through sexual activity.
Laryngeal papillomatosis can present various symptoms, including breathing difficulties, coughing, and a sensation of a foreign body in the throat if the papillomas are large. In children, substantial papillomas may cause wheezing, especially during physical exertion or when crying. If the papilloma is located on the vocal cords, it causes hoarseness.
