How to recognize laryngitis?
Laryngitis is an inflammation of the larynx caused by irritation or infection.
The following symptoms are characteristic of laryngitis:
Laryngitis can be managed at home, for example, by resting the voice or drinking plenty of fluids. During an episode of acute laryngitis, straining the voice is not allowed, as excessive activity can damage the vocal cords.
Be sure to consult a doctor if the symptoms of laryngitis do not improve within 2 weeks.
Consult a doctor immediately if you have the following symptoms:
Contact your pediatrician immediately if your child has:
Typically, acute laryngitis is cured within a week - the condition easily improves with self-treatment.
To manage chronic laryngitis, it is necessary to treat the underlying cause (for example, heartburn, tobacco, alcohol overdose).
In some clinical cases, it is necessary to take specific medications (antibiotics or corticosteroids prescribed based on the analysis).
Source:
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/laryngitis/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20374267
