laryngitis

laryngitis
Inflammation of the mucous membrane of the larynx. [laryngo- + G. -itis, inflammation]
- chronic posterior l. a form of l. involving principally the interarytenoid area; thought to be caused by regurgitation of gastric contents.
- chronic subglottic l. SYN: chorditis vocalis inferior.
- croupous l. inflammation of the subglottic larynx associated with respiratory infection and croupy or noisy breathing.
- membranous l. a form in which there is a pseudomembranous exudate on the vocal cords.
- l. sicca l. characterized by dryness and crusting of the mucous membrane of the larynx.
- spasmodic l. SYN: l. stridulosa.
- l. stridulosa infectious inflammation of the larynx in children, accompanied by night attacks of spasmodic closure of the glottis, causing inspiratory stridor. SYN: spasmodic l..

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lar·yn·gi·tis .lar-ən-'jīt-əs n, pl -git·i·des -'jit-ə-.dēz inflammation of the larynx

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n.
inflammation of the larynx and vocal folds, due to infection by bacteria or viruses or irritation by gases, chemicals, etc. The folds lose their vibrance (owing to swelling) and the voice becomes husky or is lost completely; breathing is harsh and difficult (see stridor); and the cough is painful and honking. Obstruction of the airways may occasionally be serious, especially in children (see croup). The patient should rest his voice and remain in a warm moisture-laden atmosphere; steam inhalations for 15-20 minutes every 2-3 hours are traditionally beneficial.

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lar·yn·gi·tis (lar″in-jiґtis) inflammation of the larynx, usually with dryness and soreness of the throat, hoarseness, cough, and dysphagia. laryngitic adj

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