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Chronic Laryngitis & Laryngotracheitis

by Alike Medical Team ∙ Updated on June 13, 2023

Additional names

This group contains additional names: - Chronic Laryngotracheitis - Chronic Laryngitis

General

Laryngitis is an inflammation of the voice box that can cause hoarseness or loss of voice. Chronic laryngitis lasts more than three weeks, and causes can include other illnesses or certain lifestyle factors.

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Signs & symptoms

The main symptom of laryngitis is hoarseness or creakiness of voice. Other symptoms of chronic laryngitis may include: - excess mucus - a persistent cough - difficulty swallowing - the feeling of a lump in the throat - a sore throat - loss of voice - fever Many of these symptoms can also occur with acute laryngitis, but they last much longer in chronic laryngitis. A hoarse voice can worsen over time and persist after other symptoms have gone.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of chronic laryngitis may include a physical examination and medical history anamnesis. Laryngoscopy, which involves passing a thin tube with a camera and light through the mouth or nose and down into the throat, may also be performed.

Treatment

Management of chronic laryngitis often depends on identifying and treating the underlying cause. Treatments may include: - avoiding talking, singing, or unnecessary use of the voice - drinking plenty of fluids - limiting caffeine and alcohol intake - avoiding decongestants - not smoking - avoiding throat irritants, such as smoke, dust, and chemical fumes - rinsing the throat with a saline solution or over-the-counter mouthwash

Note

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