Laryngitis natural history, complications and prognosis
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Anthony Gallo, B.S. [2]
Overview
Natural History
If left untreated, generally acute laryngitis will naturally resolve between 3-7 days. Acute cases which progress to chronic conditions are generally associated with rare pathogen.[1]
Complications
Common complications of laryngitis include Rarely, severe respiratory distress may develop. This will require medical attention.
Prognosis
Prognosis for laryngitis is generally excellent/good/poor, and the 1/5/10-year mortality/survival rate of patients with [disease name] is approximately [#]% Laryngitis that is not caused by a serious condition should get better.
References
- ↑ Aydin O, Ozturk M, Anik Y (2007). "Superior laryngeal neuralgia after acute laryngitis and treatment with a single injection of a local anesthetic". Arch Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 133 (9): 934–5. doi:10.1001/archotol.133.9.934. PMID 17875862.