(J37) Chronic laryngitis and laryngotracheitis

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1 216 513 in individuals diagnosis chronic laryngitis and laryngotracheitis confirmed

4 252 deaths with diagnosis chronic laryngitis and laryngotracheitis

Etiology Pathogenesis Clinical Pattern Diagnostics Treatment Prevention

Diagnosis chronic laryngitis and laryngotracheitis is diagnosed Men are 11.63% more likely than Women

678 991

Men receive the diagnosis chronic laryngitis and laryngotracheitis

2 868 (0.4 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

100

537 522

Women receive the diagnosis chronic laryngitis and laryngotracheitis

1 384 (0.3 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease chronic laryngitis and laryngotracheitis - Men and Women aged 55-59

In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94

Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+

In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94

Disease Features chronic laryngitis and laryngotracheitis

Contagious

Moderate individual risk, low public risk

Chronic laryngitis and laryngotracheitis - what does this mean

Chronic laryngitis and laryngotracheitis are caused by an infection of the larynx and trachea, which leads to inflammation and swelling of the tissues. this can be caused by a viral or bacterial infection, as well as allergies or environmental irritants. symptoms include hoarseness, sore throat, difficulty breathing, and coughing. treatment may include antibiotics, corticosteroids, and other medications to reduce inflammation and swelling.

What happens during the disease - chronic laryngitis and laryngotracheitis

Chronic laryngitis and laryngotracheitis is caused by the inflammation of the larynx and trachea due to prolonged exposure to irritants such as smoke, dust, fumes, or acid reflux. this leads to swelling of the tissue, which can cause airway obstruction and difficulty breathing. in some cases, infection can further worsen the inflammation, leading to the development of chronic laryngitis and laryngotracheitis.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

Thorough physical examination of the throat and neck
X-rays of the throat and chest
CT scans of the throat and chest
Laryngoscopy
Bronchoscopy
Blood tests
Allergy skin tests
Pulmonary function tests
Culture of throat and nasal secretions
Sputum culture
Urine tests

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main goal of the treatment: To reduce inflammation of the larynx and trachea and restore normal voice.

Administering anti-inflammatory medications such as corticosteroids and antibiotics.
Humidify the air with a humidifier.
Avoiding vocal strain and rest the voice.
Avoiding smoking and other irritants.
Drinking plenty of fluids.
Gargling with salt water.
Using a vaporizer.
Using a warm compress.
Using throat lozenges.
Using a steam inhaler.

7 Days of Hospitalization Required

Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Chronic laryngitis and laryngotracheitis - Prevention

The best way to prevent chronic laryngitis and laryngotracheitis is to avoid exposure to irritants such as smoke, dust, and chemicals, and to maintain good general health by eating a balanced diet, exercising regularly, and getting adequate rest. additionally, avoiding vocal strain and overuse of the voice can help to prevent these conditions.

Main symptoms of the disease chronic laryngitis and laryngotracheitis

Hoarseness

(Raspy voice, Rough voice, Gruff voice, Gravelly voice, Croaky voice, Husky voice, Froggy voice, Growly voice, Guttural voice, Rough-sounding voice)

Hoarseness is a common symptom of a variety of medical conditions. It is characterized by a raspy, strained, or weak voice. It is often accompanied by a dry throat, coughing, and a feeling of tightness in the throat. Hoarseness can range from a mild annoyance to a sign of a more serious medical cond...

Age: any ageAccociated with 28 diseases

Cough

(Hack, Wheeze, Hacking, Coughing, Rales, Choking, Gasping, Barking, Hemoptysis, Whooping, Pertussis)

Coughing is a reflex action that helps clear airways of irritants and mucus. It usually begins as a dry, tickling sensation in the back of the throat that causes an uncontrollable urge to cough. It can range from a mild, intermittent annoyance to a severe, hacking cough that produces thick mucus. It...

Age: 1 to 100Accociated with 116 diseases

Dry cough

(Hacking cough, Paroxysmal cough, Raspy cough, Racking cough, Hoarse cough, Rough cough, Tickling cough, Irritated cough, Wheezing cough)

A dry cough is an irritating, hacking cough that does not produce any mucus or phlegm. It is often worse at night and can last for several weeks. It can be caused by a variety of conditions such as allergies, asthma, or a respiratory infection. It is characterized by a tickle in the throat, a feelin...

Age: any ageAccociated with 58 diseases

Specified forms of the disease

(J37.0) Chronic laryngitis
(J37.1) Chronic laryngotracheitis

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