{"product_id":"2940044474222","title":"A Simple Guide to The Laryngitis and Vocal Cord Diseases","description":"\u003cp\u003eChapter 1\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLaryngitis\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat is Laryngitis?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLaryngitis is the inflammation of the mucous membranes of the Larynx which produces the sound of the voice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat are the causes of Laryngitis?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLaryngitis is caused by\u003cbr\u003e1. bacterial or viral infections of the larynx.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e2. excessive use of voice\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e3. inhalation of irritants such as cigarette smoke\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLaryngitis is also associated with\u003cbr\u003e1. bronchitis\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e2. pneumonia\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e3. whooping cough\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e4. diphtheria\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat are the symptoms of Laryngitis?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLaryngitis produces mild but uncomfortable symptoms:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1. hoarseness of voice\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e2. loss of voice\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e3. pain on speaking\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e4. Tiredness\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e5. Fever low grade rare\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHow is the diagnosis of Laryngitis made?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1. Symptoms of hoarseness or loss of voice\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e2. Physical examination of the throat may show the presence of redness and swelling of the vocal cords with some pus discharge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe movement of the vocal cords may be impeded.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSometimes nodules may be found on the vocal cord due to excessive usage of voice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e3. nasal and throat swabs to determine the type of infection\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e4. X-ray of the chest and neck to determine any pressure of other organs pressing on the larynx\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e5. A biopsy of the nodules on the vocal cords if present to exclude malignancy\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat is the treatment of Laryngitis?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1. Rest the voice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA rested patient will recover faster.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e2. Adequate warm Fluids helps to keep the mucus membranes moist\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e3. Steam inhalations may help\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e4. Antibiotics if there is suspicion of bacterial infection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e5. Gargles and decongestants may help to soothe the throat and vocal cords\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e6. Avoid smoking. talking\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat is the prognosis of Laryngitis?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAcute laryngitis usually clears up within 10 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVery rarely chronic laryngitis may cause hoarseness of voice for months or years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHow is Laryngitis prevented?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvoid strenuous use of voice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvoid smoking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTABLE OF CONTENT\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 1\u003cbr\u003eLaryngitis\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 2\u003cbr\u003eVocal Cord Paralysis\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 3\u003cbr\u003eVocal Polyp\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 4\u003cbr\u003eLaryngopharyngeal Reflux\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 5\u003cbr\u003eMuscle Tension Dysphonia\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 6\u003cbr\u003eLaryngeal Cancer\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kenneth Kee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47148413976816,"sku":"2940044474222","price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/2940044474222_p0.jpg?v=1769889037","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/2940044474222","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}