According to resources.healthgrades.com, though it may not be the Adam’s apple itself that’s hurting, pain in your neck and throat near the Adam’s apple can potentially be a serious problem. Sore throat and pain when swallowing are two symptoms of laryngeal cancer, but this disease also comes with a lot of other symptoms, such as persistent cough, hoarseness, difficulty breathing, bad breath, and persistent ear pain.
Pain in your neck and throat can also be a symptom of advanced thyroid cancer, but it, too, comes with other symptoms, such as swollen lymph nodes and hoarseness. Before you start panicking, remember that sore throat can just be a symptom of the common cold or heartburn. If you’re concerned about persistent pain near your Adam’s apple, talk to your doctor.