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Laryngitis is an inflammation of your voice box (larynx) from overuse, irritation or infection. Inside the larynx are your vocal cords — two folds of mucous membrane covering muscle and cartilage. Normally, your vocal cords open and close smoothly, forming sounds through their movement and vibration. But with laryngitis, your vocal cords become inflamed or irritated. This makes the vocal cords swell, which distorts the sounds produced by air passing over them. As a result, your voice sounds hoarse. In some...
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In most cases laryngitis symptoms last less than a couple of weeks and are caused by something minor, such as a virus. Less often, laryngitis symptoms are caused by something more serious or long lasting. Laryngitis signs and symptoms can include: Hoarseness Weak voice or voice loss Tickling sensation and rawness in your throat Sore throat Dry throat Dry cough
Less common causes of chronic laryngitis include:
Other causes of chronic hoarseness include:
Acute laryngitis often gets better on its own within a week or so. Self-care measures, such as voice rest, drinking fluids and humidifying your air, also can help improve symptoms.
Chronic laryngitis treatments are aimed at treating the underlying causes, such as heartburn, smoking or excessive use of alcohol.
Medications used in some cases include:
You may also have voice therapy to learn to lessen behaviors that worsen your voice....
To prevent dryness or irritation to your vocal cords:
For informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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