Question

A 58-year-old smoker presents with a 6-week history of cough and hoarseness. No red flags except persistent hoarseness. What is the appropriate referral?

Accepted Answer

2-week wait for suspected head and neck cancer

Answer

Routine ENT referral

Answer

No referral; trial PPI

Answer

Speech therapy only

Answer

Repeat review in 3 months

Practice question

A 58-year-old smoker presents with a 6-week history of cough and hoarseness. No red flags except persistent hoarseness. What is the appropriate referral?