Laryngitis
Laryngitis is characterized by inflammation of the larynx or vocal chords. This is due to irritation of the vocal chord the voice may become coarse or probably may absent during the period of laryngitis.
Two types:
- Acute – only for few days
- Chronic – 3 weeks or more
Causes
- Loud singing
- Acid irritation
- Germ infection
- Colds and coughs
- Allergy from smoking
- Yelling and screaming
Symptoms
- Weak and raspy voice
- Dry and sore throat
- Tickling in throat
- Pain when swallowing
- Colds symptoms
- Coughing
Treatment
Ginger:
Boil 100 grams of fresh ginger in 500ml of water and drink while lukewarm
Tea:
Drink tea 3 to 4 times a day
Salt:
Dissolve 1 tablespoon of salt in a glass of water and use as gargle
Boiling water steam:
Put boiling water in a metallic pan and inhale the steam
Lemon:
Drink lemon juice mixed with lukewarm water
Prevention
- Avoid over usage of vocal chords
- Avoid smoking and alcohol
- Practice good oral hygiene
- Avoid yelling or screaming for prolonged time
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