Acute Laryngitis

Laryngitis is an inflammation of the vocal cords causing speech to become hoarse and/or whisperlike, and often inaudible.

Hoarseness Whisperlike voice or loss of voice

Viruses -- Influenza A and B, Adenovirus, Parainfluenza, and Rhinovirus are some of the viruses that may cause this condition. Bacteria such as Hemophilus influenzae, beta-hemolytic streptococcus, and Moraxella catarrhalis Inhalation of smoke, chemicals, and excessive use of voice Acid Reflux Allergies Aging

Throat check for pharyngitis (infection) Neck checked for stridor (wheezing sound heard by stethoscope)

Avoid loud speech, such as shouting or singing Humidifiers (cool mist better) and steam (cool to warm, not hot) can help. Avoid smoking, recreational drugs, and alcohol Increase fluids If severe, physicians will often instruct a person not to speak at all for the next few days. If Hemophilus influenza or Moxarella catarrhalis are suspected, antibiotics will most likely be prescribed. Symptoms usually resolve in fewer than seven days in most individuals.

and a headache all day long. Erghh!

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