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'''Laryngitis''' is an [[inflammation]] of the [[larynx]]. It causes hoarse [[human voice|voice]] or the complete loss of the voice because of irritation to the [[vocal folds]] (vocal cords) | '''Laryngitis''' is an [[inflammation]] of the [[larynx]]. It causes a hoarse [[human voice|voice]] or the complete loss of the voice because of irritation to the [[vocal folds]] (vocal cords). Laryngitis is categorized as acute if it lasts less than a few days.<ref>University of Michigan Health System. 2005. [http://www.med.umich.edu/1libr/aha/aha_chronlar_crs.htm Laryngitis]. McKesson Provider Technologies. Retrieved on [[May 16]], [[2007]].</ref> Otherwise, it is categorized as [[chronic (medicine)|chronic]] and may last over 3 weeks. | ||
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===Physical Examination=== | ===Physical Examination=== | ||
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Overview
Laryngitis is an inflammation of the larynx. It causes a hoarse voice or the complete loss of the voice because of irritation to the vocal folds (vocal cords). Laryngitis is categorized as acute if it lasts less than a few days.[1] Otherwise, it is categorized as chronic and may last over 3 weeks.
Diagnosis
Physical Examination
A physical examination can determine whether hoarseness is caused by a respiratory tract infection. Patients with lasting hoarseness (especially smokers) will need to see an ear, nose, andthroat doctor (otolaryngologist) for tests of the throat and upper airway.
References
- ↑ University of Michigan Health System. 2005. Laryngitis. McKesson Provider Technologies. Retrieved on May 16, 2007.