1. Laryngitis A description of this disorder, its causes, symptoms and treatment are discussed, as well as when Category Health Conditions and Diseases laryngitis......laryngitis. laryngitis, an inflammation in the vocal cords in the larynx,has many causes. Symptoms. Usually, laryngitis is selflimiting. http://www.byu.edu/shc/library/common/laryngit.html

Laryngitis Laryngitis, an inflammation in the vocal cords in the larynx, has many causes. Symptoms Laryngitis is characterized by a weak, hoarse, gravely voice, sore throat, often fever, cough (usually dry and nonproductive), a tickling in the back of the throat, and difficulty swallowing. The most common cause is a viral infection. Usually, laryngitis is self-limiting. However, children's croup (see croup on the Pediatrics Page ) or acute epiglottitis can present like laryngitis. Like a cough, laryngitis may hang around after the acute infection is over. You can recognize this by noting that the fever and ill feeling is over, but that the hoarseness may continue for several days to a week or longer. Laryngitis is often irritative in nature. Singers, politicians, auctioneers, and cheerleaders sometimes loose their voices as a result of their activities. For most of us, cheering at a game is a common cause of this condition. Young children get the same thing, most commonly from strenuous crying or shouting while playing. Environmental causes such as smoking or being in an environment with second-hand tobacco smoke can also cause laryngitis. In the industrial or school environment, exposure to irritating chemicals can also lead to similar symptoms.

2. MEDLINEplus Medical Encyclopedia: Laryngitis Adam.com looks at this disorder, its causes, incidence and risk factors.Category Health Conditions and Diseases laryngitis......laryngitis. Definition Return to top laryngitis is an inflammation ofthe larynx generally associated with hoarseness or loss of voice. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001385.htm

Skip navigation Medical Encyclopedia Other encyclopedia topics: A-Ag Ah-Ap Aq-Az B-Bk ... Z Laryngitis Contents of this page: Illustrations Definition Causes, incidence, and risk factors Symptoms ... Prevention Illustrations Throat anatomy Definition Return to top Laryngitis is an inflammation of the larynx generally associated with hoarseness or loss of voice Causes, incidence, and risk factors Return to top The voice box (larynx) is located at the top of the airway to the lungs (windpipe, trachea) and contains the vocal cords. When they become inflamed or infected, they swell. This can cause hoarseness , and may occasionally cause obstruction of the airway. The most common form of laryngitis is an infectious illness usually caused by a virus which results in hoarseness. It may also be part of a bacterial infection or part of a common cold bronchitis flu , or pneumonia Laryngitis often follows or occurs during an upper respiratory infection and is a self-limiting condition. Common laryngitis is not normally associated with any breathing difficulty respiratory distress).

3. UMHS - Laryngitis http://www.med.umich.edu/1libr/topics/ent08.htm

Other Health Topics Health Topics A-Z Ear, Nose and Throat Laryngitis What is Laryngitis? Laryngitis (lah-rin-JITE-is) is a common medical condition that can cause you to become hoarse or temporarily lose your voice. Laryngitis may be acute or chronic. Acute laryngitis is caused by a bacterial or viral infection of the larynx, or voice box. It may be difficult to swallow and you may develop a cough, a tickling or rough sensation in the throat. Acute laryngitis can follow a number of illnesses such as tonsillitis bronchitis , pneumonia and flu . When caused by a bacterial infection, treatment may include an antibiotic and complete voice rest. Drinking plenty of fluids and using medicated throat lozenges may also help. Chronic laryngitis shares some of the same symptoms of the acute form, but it is caused by irritation or overuse of the voice. Smoking, drinking alcohol or excessive use of the voice can cause it to occur. Chronic laryngitis is usually treated by complete voice rest, steam inhalations and avoiding irritants such as cigarette smoke and alcohol. When should I see a doctor?

4. Laryngitis Audio Health Library Jill Morton. http://www.yourhealth.com/ahl/1648.html

5. Medical Self-Care Laryngitis HealthWorld Online http://www.healthy.net/library/Books/Healthyself/laryngitis.htm

6. Laryngitis: From HealthSquare.com PDR Family Medical GuideCategory Health Conditions and Diseases laryngitis......A complete explanation of laryngitis including risks, what to expect andwhen to call the doctor. laryngitis. Advertising. WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW. http://www.healthsquare.com/ndfiles/nd1351.htm

Privacy About Advertising Advertising Advertising Home Guide to Medical Care Laryngitis GOTO: PDR® Encyclopedia of Medicine PDR® Guide to Prescription Drugs HEALTH INFORMATION CENTER Advertising Advertising FIND HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS Doctors ... Pharmacies Laryngitis Advertising WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW Laryngitis (LAIR-in-JIE-tis) is an irritation and swelling of the voice box and the area around it. It may cause your voice to change, or you may lose your voice entirely for a short while. The problem is most common in late fall, winter, or early spring. With or without treatment, you should be well in 7 to 14 days. Causes Laryngitis is usually caused by a virus or by bacteria. People who smoke, have allergies, or strain their voices by yelling, talking, or singing may also come down with the problem. Signs/Symptoms The classic symptoms are a hoarse, low voice, and a scratchy throat. You also might lose your voice, develop a sore throat, come down with a fever, feel you have a lump in your throat, or feel very tired. Care Your doctor may prescribe an antibiotic to treat any infection.

7. Drug InfoNet Doctors' Answers To Frequently Asked Questions - Laryngitis Drug InfoNet Doctors' Answers to Frequently Asked QuestionsCategory Health Conditions and Diseases laryngitis......Doctors' Answers to Frequently Asked Questions laryngitis. laryngitisQuestion I've had troubles speaking for the past few months. http://www.druginfonet.com/faq/faqlaryn.htm

Doctors' Answers to "Frequently Asked Questions" - Laryngitis These comments are made for the purpose of discussion and should NOT be used as recommendations for or against therapies or other treatments. An individual patient is always advised to consult their own physician. Laryngitis Question: I've had troubles speaking for the past few months. Very strained voice, voice breaks, not enough breath to finish sentence, chest hurts if speak to much, voice quavers, breathy. Went to ear/nose/throat- just said to rest voice but its not getting any better. Got puffer, doesn't work. Could it be spasmodic dysphonia? Any advice appreciated. Answer: Did they look at your vocal cords? If not they should. Also, if this is ok, what do pulmonary function tests show? Tag on a flow volume loop to ensure that you don't have some upper airway obstruction. Laryngitis Question: I am a professional singer who is currently experiencing hoarseness and laryngitis. I have also experienced a partial loss of vocal range. This condition has persisted for the last two months. In an effort to resolve the problem I met with a physician who indicated that he wasn't sure what I had and indicated that he didn't really know much about vocal problems. He recently prescribed a nasal steroid, Hismonal and an antibiotic. For the last several days I have spoken/sung very little but am still experiencing these problems (laryngitis like effect and loss of vocal range). I have a history of allergies and have been experiencing significant throat drainage for quite some time. I would like very much to have advice as to what I can do to regain my vocal health

8. Laryngitis laryngitis Back to previous level Croup Search PUBMED for Croup All Review Therapy Diagnosis Children and Croup Nat'l Jewish Ctr. for Immunology Respiratory Medicine Croup Med. Coll. of Wisconsin http://www.ohsu.edu/cliniweb/C8/C8.360.535.html

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9. Postgraduate Medicine: Patient Notes: Laryngitis Patient Notes laryngitis http://www.postgradmed.com/issues/1997/12_97/pn_laryn.htm

Patient Notes Laryngitis VOL 102 / NO 6 / DECEMBER 1997 / POSTGRADUATE MEDICINE Laryngitis is inflammation of the larynx and nearby structures. The larynx (often called the Adam's apple) is a chamber in the windpipe, and stretched tightly across it are folds of membrane known as the vocal cords. As air passes over them, the vocal cords vibrate to make sound. The tongue, lips, and teeth turn it into speech. When the area is swollen and irritated, the voice is hoarse, muted, or gone entirely. What causes laryngitis? Viral or bacterial infection is the No. 1 cause. If you have a typical cold, you'll probably have several additional symptoms, such as sore throat, cough, sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes, congestion, fever, chills, tiredness, and achiness. But sometimes, laryngitis is the only symptom of a cold. An allergy to something you inhaled (such as pollen or dust) can cause laryngitis along with sneezing, wheezing, congestion, and itchy eyes and throat. A few hours of yelling and cheering for your favorite team can also leave you voiceless. Rarely, a tumor or polyp may affect your voice. How should I treat laryngitis?

10. EMedicine - Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) – Acid Reflux, Heartburn : A Dr. Marco Patti offers a medical review of GERD and its symptoms such as heartburn, cough, and laryngitis. http://www.emedicine.com/med/topic857.htm

document.write(''); (advertisement) Home Specialties CME PDA ... Patient Education Articles Images CME Patient Education Advanced Search Link to this site Back to: eMedicine Specialties Medicine, Ob/Gyn, Psychiatry, and Surgery Gastroenterology Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Last Updated: January 3, 2003 Rate this Article Email to a Colleague Synonyms and related keywords: esophagitis, gastritis, peptic ulcer disease, PUD, gastroesophageal reflux disease, GERD, hiatal hernia AUTHOR INFORMATION Section 1 of 11 Author Information Introduction Clinical Differentials ... Bibliography Author: Marco Patti, MD , Director, Center for the Study of Gastrointerstinal Motility and Secreti, Associate Professor, Department of Surgery, Moffitt-Long Hospital and University of California at San Francisco Coauthor(s): Urs Diener, MD , Staff Physician, Department of Surgery, State Hospital of Lucerne, Switzerland; Piero MA Fisichella, MD , Clinical Fellow, Department of Surgery, University of California at San Francisco Daniela Molena, MD , Fellow, Department of Surgery, Division of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Moffitt-Long Hospital, University of California at San Francisco Marco Patti, MD, is a member of the following medical societies:

11. E-Doc: Laryngitis Medical Dictionary. laryngitis http://www.edoc.co.za/medilink/dict/2386.html

Medical Dictionary Laryngitis Inflammation of the larynx. Information last Updated: 1998-09-03 Contact Us E-Doc Send Questions and comments to the Pagemaster HTML by: E-Doc Reprohouse Last updated: 06 October 1999

12. Center For Laryngeal And Voice Disorders laryngitis. laryngitis, or inflammation of the larynx, is probablythe most common disorder affecting the larynx and voice. This http://www.med.jhu.edu/voice/laryngitis.html

The Center for Laryngeal and Voice Disorders at Johns Hopkins is dedicated exclusively to the diagnosis, treatment, and management of laryngeal and voice disorders. Feedback Site last modified September 5, 2002 Webmaster: R.M.Tracey

13. HealthWorld Online - Herbal Medicine - Laryngitis laryngitis © David L. Hoffmann B.Sc. (Hons), MNIMH laryngitis tinctureevery hour A gargle for laryngitis Salvia officinalis var. rubia http://www.healthy.net/library/books/hoffman/upperrespitory/laryngitis.htm

14. Dr Koop Medical Encyclopedias laryngitis Pediatrics http://drkoop.com/adam/peds/top/001385.htm

15. TeenOutReach.com Health:  Laryngitis TeenOutReach.com, Location Bar Home Help Desk Health laryngitis, laryngitis16 Healing Hints. You The result? laryngitis. What's http://www.teenoutreach.com/Online_Help/health/social/laryngitis.htm

TeenOutReach.com Location Bar: Home Help Desk Health Health Contents The Ebola Virus Teen Health News Drugs Types of Drugs ... Make a Difference Social Problems Acne Asthma Bad Breath Body Odor ... Fitness Laryngitis 16 Healing Hints You had to forgo your usual morning solo in the shower. The song that barley scratched its way out of your throat sounded more like a croak than an aria. You cleared your throat to try again. The sounds coming out of you were anything but musical. If this keeps uo, you won't have any voice at all. Want to know what your problem is? Bad vibrations. For you to sound like you, the air you exhale through your larynx - that voice box commonly known as your Adam's apple - has to vibrate through your vocal cords in just the right way. When the cords are scarred or swollen, they don't create the right shaped "container" for that air. That allows breath to escape. Even a slight change in your vocal cords can render your voice unrecognizable. Your vocal cords contain a central muscle bundle, various layers of connective tissue and a skinlike covering called the mucosa. "An alteration in any one of these layers can disrupt the optimal vibration through the tissue," says Scott Kessler, M.D., an otolaryngologist whose patients include opera stars and rock singers. He is on the staffs of Mount Sinai Hospital and Beth Israel Hospital in New York City. Damage can occur any number of ways, Misusing your voice can temporarily scar your vocal cords. An upper respiratory infection or an allergic reaction can inflame them. Even dry air can cause mucus to stick between the cords. The result? Laryngitis.

16. Laryngitis laryngitis. Causes. laryngitis is an inflammation of the larynx (voicebox) which can be caused by bacteria or viruses. Who Can Help. http://www.thebabyregistry.co.uk/Fac/Mouth/Laryngitis.htm

Laryngitis Causes Laryngitis is an inflammation of the larynx (voice box) which can be caused by bacteria or viruses. Who Can Help Possible symptoms Hoarseness or loss of voice Dry cough Fever (moderate) Sore throat Croup (barking cough) Complications Laryngitis is rarely serious and lasts less than 7 days. It can be part of a more serious infection such as tonsilitis or bronchitis. In young children, however, a swollen larynx can obstruct the passage of air causing breathing difficulties and croup, a more serious complication. If laryngitis develops into croup urgent medical treatment should be sought - see factsheet on croup. Prevention / Treatment Discourage your child from talking out loud. Give plenty of warm drinks to soothe the throat. See also Bronchitis Cough Croup Fever Tonsillitis What should you do ? Keep a check on your child's temperature in case they develop a fever (above 38oC or 100.4oF) which could indicate the presence of another infection, such as bronchitis. Be alert for the barking cough of croup Keep the atmosphere in your child's room humid.

17. Laryngitis laryngitis, With laryngitis, the voice box and the area around it become irritatedand swollen. laryngitis rarely causes serious trouble in adults. http://allhealth.com/library/onemed/content/0,7064,241012_245649,00.html

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18. Medicine-Worldwide: Pseudokrupp Translate this page Pseudokrupp, Kehlkopfentzündung. laryngitis. Zusammenfassung - Definition - Ursachen- Häufigkeit - Symptome - Diagnose - Therapie - Prognose Zusammenfassung. http://www.m-ww.de/krankheiten/kinderkrankheiten/pseudokrupp.html

Sie befinden sich hier: startseite krankheiten kinderkrankheiten Kinderkrankheiten ... Über uns Laryngitis Zusammenfassung Definition Ursachen Symptome ... Prognose Zusammenfassung Epiglottitis, Definition Ursachen Es handelt sich beim Pseudokrupp um eine Virusinfektion, die am häufigsten durch Parainfluenza-Viren (50% der Fälle), seltener durch Influenza-, Rhino-, RS-, Adeno- oder Masern-Viren ausgelöst wird. Die Übertragung dieser Viren erfolgt durch Tröpfcheninfektion, also durch Husten, Niesen oder engen Kontakt mit Erkrankten. Begünstigende Faktoren sind Luftverschmutzung und "indoorpollution" durch Zigarettenrauch sowie vorbestehende Allergien. Die Erreger sind übrigens an der Luft höchstens wenige Stunden infektiös. Eine Übertragung durch Kleidung oder Spielzeug ist daher in der Regel auszuschließen. Symptome Diagnose Die Diagnose erfolgt aus der Krankengeschichte und den typischen klinischen Symptomen. Therapie Prognose Kommentare zum Thema Impressum genannten Bitte beachten Sie auch unseren Haftungsausschluss Druckversion Bookmark setzen Diese Seite empfehlen ... NEWSLETTER

19. Laryngitis laryngitis. Inflammation or below. When laryngitis is chronic andrecurrent, constitutional treatment should be sought. Specific http://www.drlockie.com/disease/laryn.htm

Laryngitis Inflammation or infection of the larynx and vocal cords, causing hoarseness or loss of voice . Acute laryngitis is most often caused by the same viruses and bacteria which cause Colds Sore throats Coughs Sinusitis , and Bronchitis ; less common causes are Allergies , shouting or straining the voice, continual coughing in order to bring up phlegm, vomiting, heavy smoking or drinking, inhaling toxic fumes, breathing through the mouth rather than the nose, Anxiety , and strong emotions. If condition does not clear up within 7-10 days, see your GP; referral to an ear, nose and throat specialist may be necessary. Chronic laryngitis is more likely to be a consequence of vocal overuse (an occupational hazard of market traders, teachers, and singers) than of infection; the vocal cords tend to swell, and in some cases develop polyps which may need to be removed surgically. However, more or less permanent hoarseness can be a symptom of Hypothyroidism , of chronic or Sinusitis , or Tonsillitis , or of food allergy; progressive hoarseness may be due to a laryngeal tumour; paralysis of the vocal cords can occur as the result of lung cancer, see Cancer Tuberculosis , heavy smoking or drinking, or thyroid surgery, or as part of the ageing process.

20. Laryngitis Advice on laryngitis (hoarseness) by Dr. Grossan, a specialist and author.Natural cures, and treatment without drugs are emphasized. laryngitis. http://www.ent-consult.com/laryngitis.html

Dr. Grossan's Ear, Nose and Throat Consultant Pages Laryngitis Do you have hoarseness or laryngitis? When we speak, two membranes, the vocal cords, vibrate to make sound. Hoarseness indicates these cords are malfunctioning either from swelling after yelling at the football game, or infection, or excess smoking or something interfering with this movement. At the start of hoarseness DO NOT GARGLE. This is like rubbing your eyes when they are inflamed. Reduce your talking, stay off the phone. Coughing makes hoarseness much worse. Steam is good - boil water, stick out your tongue and breathe the steam. Drink warm liquids - more is better, but not boiling hot. Avoid ice. Papain/ bromelain enzyme tablets such as , dissolved in the mouth between the cheek and gums, are very effective. This is especially useful if the pain follows flying or scuba diving. is a blend of pineapple and papaya enzymes designed especially for sinus and other inflammation. The enzyme activity one million units of bromelain from pineapple and a half million units of papain from papaya. (Be careful of using enzyme tablets which do not list the enzyme activity - you can't be sure if you're getting the right amount.) Hoarseness develops because the cold or sore throat gets to the larynx and causes the vocal cords to swell. It gets worse because we try to speak in spite of the swelling, or if people speak incorrectly. The more relaxed your neck muscles, the less chance for hoarseness. Frequent hoarseness may be caused by tight neck muscles. Make sure your head is not turned when you talk. Speaking from bed may be a factor. I have my singers do an exercise in the shower: with the water directed onto back of the neck, gently turn the neck, as if to see who is standing behind you. Alternate sides and continue for 3 minutes. If performed daily, this will help to keep these muscles relaxed.

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