Laryngitis - This is an inflammatory process that occurs in the larynx, it is accompanied by colds or infectious diseases, such as whooping cough or scarlet fever. Dusty and dirty air, hypothermia, inhalation of cold air through the mouth, overstrain of the larynx, drinking alcohol and smoking can contribute to the development of the disease itself.
At the same time, laryngitis can be either prolonged or chronic or short-term. In principle, laryngitis progresses very quickly and can last up to two weeks. As for chronic symptoms, they will last about two weeks, maybe more. Therefore, it is worthwhile to consult a doctor at the first symptoms, if the symptoms last more than two weeks, then laryngitis can be caused by a very serious disease.
Laryngitis - causes
Acute laryngitis can appear as an independent disease as a result of hypothermia, as well as with tension of the vocal cords, as well as a manifestation of infections. In this case, the inflammatory process can capture the mucous membrane of the epiglottis and larynx.
But chronic laryngitis can hold on as a consequence of regularly recurring acute illness or prolonged processes in the sinuses, in the nose and throat. Contributes to the disease alcohol abuse, smoking. And even teachers can develop laryngitis as an occupational disease.
Laryngitis - Symptoms
In general, acute laryngitis is characterized by a general deterioration, and in rare cases, the temperature rises. If blood tests are taken, then inflammatory tests may be detected during the tests. As for the predominant localization of the process in the throat, on the walls of the larynx or epiglottis, you may feel pain while swallowing. In this case, the voice will become hoarse, breathing may be difficult due to edema and spasm.
If acute laryngitis, then the patient may complain of a dry cough, dryness, perspiration, scratching, further hoarseness appears, and the voice may disappear altogether, but will recover over time. Sometimes there is pain in the head, when swallowing, the temperature rises. During chronic laryngitis, the patient will complain of hoarseness, very fast fatigue, sore throat, coughing, feeling of rawness. If the process escalates, then the phenomena will intensify.
Laryngitis - diagnosis
The doctor conducts the diagnosis, everything is done thanks to numerous studies. The doctor will first ask questions about the onset of the disease. Next, the vocal cords and the sound of the voice itself should be examined, then the need for treatment is selected. Then the doctor sends the patient to the next specialist, to the otolaryngologist.
Then, an examination is carried out and all the necessary tests are taken. Symptoms usually appear suddenly and gradually progress. And if you experience very severe pain, coughing up blood and difficulty swallowing, call a doctor or go to him yourself.
In order to fully diagnose laryngitis, the doctor must conduct the necessary examinations and examine the history itself. The doctor should feel the lymph nodes, a specialist examines the mouth, nose, and throat. Laryngoscopy, video laryngostroboscopy, tests, and so on can be performed.
Laryngitis - treatment and prevention
So, the treatment and prevention of acute laryngitis consists in the elimination of the causes. In order to restore the larynx, you do not need to talk for a week. In this case, exclude spicy ingredients for consumption, seasoning. At the same time, alcohol and smoking are prohibited. For therapeutic purposes, it is recommended to use warm drinks, warm the neck with heat. And. The doctor prescribes medication.
