E.N.T.Acute laryngitis.(dr.usif chalabe)studentAcute laryngitis is swelling of the laryngeal mucosa that is usually caused by viral or bacterial infections. The main symptoms are hoarseness, throat discomfort, and cough. Treatment focuses on voice rest, steam inhalations, medications to reduce symptoms, and antibiotics for bacterial infections. Acute laryngitis in children can sometimes lead to laryngotracheobronchitis (croup) or subglottic laryngitis (pseudocroup), which present more urgently with stridor, dyspnea, and cyanosis and may require hospitalization, oxygen, steroids, or intubation. Rare forms of acute laryngitis include membranous laryngitis, acute epig
anatomy of larynx by ravindra daggupatiRavindra DaggupatiThe larynx houses the vocal cords and protects the entrance to the lower respiratory tract. It develops from the foregut in the 4th week of gestation. The larynx is made up of cartilage, including the thyroid, cricoid, and arytenoid cartilages. It attaches to the hyoid bone and contains intrinsic muscles. The larynx has supraglottic, glottic, and subglottic regions and differs in infants due to smaller size and shape. The document provides details on the anatomy, development, features and surgical considerations of the larynx.
LaryngitisJay RamiLaryngitis is an inflammation of the larynx or voice box that can be caused by viral or bacterial infection, chemical irritation, or vocal overuse. Common symptoms include hoarseness, coughing, throat pain, and difficulty speaking or swallowing. Acute laryngitis lasts less than 3 weeks and is often caused by viruses. Chronic laryngitis produces lingering hoarseness from long term irritation or misuse. Treatment focuses on voice rest, inhaling steam, cough suppressants, and sometimes short term steroids or antibiotics. Voice therapy can help restore normal voice quality and prevent future issues.