General Information About Laryngitis
Disease Details and Frequently Asked Questions
It is an acute or chronic inflammation characterized by edema and swelling of the larynx and vocal cords.
Common cold viruses, shouting loudly, smoking, and stomach acid escaping into the throat (reflux) are the most common causes.
Hoarseness or complete loss of voice, dryness/burning in the throat, difficulty swallowing, and dry cough.
If hoarseness lasts longer than 2-3 weeks, becomes chronic, or is accompanied by shortness of breath, it should be examined with suspicion of laryngeal cancer.
It is sufficient for an ENT specialist to examine the vocal cords with an endoscope (camera) and detect redness/edema.
It is treated with plenty of fluid consumption, complete vocal rest (even whispering is harmful), air humidifiers, and reflux/allergy medications.
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