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Laryngitis is inflammation of the voice box, also known as the larynx, the organ that helps the windpipe connect to the back of the throat. This usually occurs due to a viral infection. While the symptoms of laryngitis are often annoying, this article will teach you how to ease your symptoms and get rid of the infection faster.

Steps

Method 1 of 4: Understanding laryngitis

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   Know the causes of laryngitis. Laryngitis usually occurs due to viral infections such as colds or bronchitis, and usually resolves on its own in adults.
   • However, in children, laryngitis can cause complications that lead to diphtheria of the larynx, a respiratory disease.
   • In some cases, a bacterial or fungal infection causes laryngitis.
   • Exposure to irritating chemicals can also lead to laryngitis.

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   Recognize the symptoms early. To get rid of laryngitis quickly, you need to be able to recognize your symptoms as early as possible. People with laryngitis often manifest:
   • Hoarseness
   • A swollen, painful, or itchy throat
   • Dry cough
   • Difficulty swallowing

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   Be mindful of the risk factors. The following risk factors increase the likelihood of developing laryngitis:
   • Inflammatory diseases of the upper respiratory tract such as the flu and other diseases can cause laryngitis.
   • The bar wire is overworked. Laryngitis often occurs in people whose jobs require frequent speech, shouting or singing.
   • Allergies cause sore throat.
   • Acid reflux can stimulate vocal cords.
   • Using corticosteroid medications to treat asthma can cause irritation and sore throat.
   • Smoking causes irritation and inflammation of the vocal cord.
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Method 2 of 4: Treatment of laryngitis with drugs

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   Take over-the-counter pain relievers like ibuprofen, aspirin, or paracetamol. These medicines will quickly ease a sore throat and control the fever.
   • These pain relievers usually come in oral or liquid form.
   • Follow your doctor's instructions or the dosage on the package.
   • You can also ask your pharmacist which medicine is best for reducing your symptoms or when wondering how to take it.

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   Avoid decongestants. Decongestants dry out the throat and can make laryngitis worse. If you want to recover quickly, you should avoid these medications.

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   Take an antibiotic prescribed by your doctor. In the case of bacterial laryngitis, your doctor can prescribe antibiotics, which usually help to heal quickly.
   • Don't take an antibiotic that you found somewhere without consulting your doctor.
   • Most cases of laryngitis are caused by viruses, and then antibiotics have no therapeutic effect.
   • Your doctor may give you an injection of an antibiotic to help speed up the healing process.

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   Ask your doctor about corticosteroids. If you have severe laryngitis and you need to recover as quickly as possible to speak, speak or sing, you can ask your doctor about a corticosteroid medication that might be a good choice. These medications often help reduce inflammation quickly.
   • Corticosteroids are usually prescribed only for severe cases or emergency situations.

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   Identify and treat the underlying causes of laryngitis. To quickly and effectively treat bacterial or viral laryngitis, it is important to identify the underlying cause and take medication to treat the condition.
   • Over-the-counter medications to treat acid reflux can help reduce laryngitis caused by acid reflux or GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease).
   • If the laryngitis seems to be related to allergies, you may need to take allergy medicine.
   • If you are unsure of the cause of laryngitis, it is best to work with a medical professional able to diagnose and develop a treatment plan for your symptoms.
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Method 3 of 4: Self-care and home remedies

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   Rest the vocal cords. If you want to recover quickly, you need to give the vocal cords as much rest as possible. Talking can strain muscles, making inflammation worse.
   • No whispering. Contrary to rumors, whispering doubles the pressure on the larynx.
   • Speak softly or write down instead of speaking.

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   Stay hydrated and keep your throat moist. To speed up the recovery process, it is important to stay hydrated and keep throat moist to reduce irritation. Drink plenty of fluids and try using lozenges or chewing gum.
   • When your throat is sore, you can relieve it with a warm liquid. Try drinking warm water, soup or warm tea with honey.
   • Avoid caffeine and alcohol, which actually increase dryness and irritation.
   • Lollipops and gum can increase saliva production, which in turn reduces irritation of the throat.

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   Washing mouth. Rinsing - keeping warm water in your mouth, tilting your head back and using the muscles in your throat to make an “a…” sound - can quickly relieve symptoms. For best results and to recover quickly from laryngitis, rinse your mouth several times a day for several minutes at a time.
   • Try rinsing your mouth with warm water with ½ teaspoon of dissolved salt to increase saliva production, speed healing and faster symptom relief.
   • You can also rinse your mouth with a glass of warm water dissolved with an aspirin for pain relief. It is important to avoid swallowing aspirin, and should not be given to children under 16 years of age to avoid choking.
   • Some people recommend using mouthwash because mouthwashes are believed to kill germs and bacteria in the mouth.
   • Another home mouthwash you can try is a mixture of half vinegar and half water, which are believed to help kill bacteria and fungi that can cause laryngitis.

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   Avoid irritants like smoke. Smoke contributes to the worsening of laryngitis, as it can irritate and dry out the throat.
   • People with laryngitis are advised to quit smoking and avoid being around smokers.

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   Inhale the steam or use a humidifier. The moisture can help lubricate the throat and reduce swelling, so you can try inhaling the steam or using a humidifier to help reduce laryngitis.
   • Turn on the hot shower to let more steam spread out, and inhale the steam for 15-20 minutes.
   • You could also try inhaling steam on a bowl of hot water. Usually, you can use a towel over your head to prevent the steam from dissipating too quickly.

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   Try herbal remedies. Herbs have long been used to treat sore throats and other symptoms associated with laryngitis, but they can also cause side effects, especially when interacting with medications or supplements. It's best to talk to a health care professional to ask if it is safe to use herbs to treat laryngitis. However, below is a list of some herbs that are thought to help reduce laryngitis.
   • Eucalyptus can soothe an irritated throat. Use fresh leaves to drink as tea or to rinse your mouth. Do not drink eucalyptus oil because it is toxic.
   • Peppermint is like eucalyptus and can help treat common colds and sore throats. Do not give peppermint or menthol to infants and do not take peppermint by mouth.
   • Licorice is used to treat sore throats. However, you need to consult your doctor before taking licorice, especially if you are taking medications such as aspirin or warfarin. This can affect pregnant women, high blood pressure, and people with heart, liver or kidney disease.
   • Slippery elm is said to reduce throat irritation because it contains mucus that coats the throat, but scientific evidence for this herbal remedy is limited. You can try its effects on your laryngitis symptoms by mixing a teaspoon of slippery elm extract powder in a glass of warm water and sipping it. Try to keep it in your mouth for as long as possible before swallowing. Slippery elm can also interfere with the body's absorption of medications, so consult a health professional and avoid taking other medications with slippery elm. You should also avoid this herb if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
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Method 4 of 4: Know when to see a doctor

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   Pay attention to how long your laryngitis lasts. If laryngitis symptoms persist for more than two weeks then it is best to seek medical attention.
   • Your doctor can determine if you have severe laryngitis or another medical condition.

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   Watch for dangerous symptoms and seek immediate medical attention. If the following symptoms occur, you should see your doctor or seek medical attention as soon as possible:
   • The pain increased
   • Persistent fever
   • Shortness of breath
   • Difficulty swallowing
   • Hemoptisi
   • Difficult to control salivation

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   Watch out for sudden changes in your child's illness. If you suspect that your child has laryngitis and any of the following symptoms occurs, do not hesitate to seek medical attention. Children may have a more serious respiratory illness, such as laryngeal diphtheria.
   • Increased drooling
   • Difficulty swallowing or breathing
   • Fever higher than 39.4 ° C
   • Stuffy voice
   • There is a hissing sound when he inhales.

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   Note the number of times you have laryngitis. If you have frequent laryngitis, you should talk to your doctor about it so he can determine the underlying cause and recommend a treatment regimen. Chronic episodes of laryngitis can be the result of one of the following conditions:
   • Sinus problems or allergies
   • Bacterial or fungal infections
   • Acid reflux, or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
   • Cancer
   • Vocal cord paralysis caused by trauma, lump or stroke
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Warning

• If laryngitis persists for more than two weeks, you need to seek treatment from your doctor and make sure your symptoms are not caused by another illness.
• Whispering increases the pressure on the vocal cords.