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(HealthDay News) - Laryngitis occurs when the larynx -- which houses the vocal cords -- becomes inflamed. The results are hoarseness or loss of voice.
Here is additional information about laryngitis, courtesy of the U.S. National Library of Medicine:
Most cases of laryngitis are caused by a virus, which cannot be treated with an antibiotic.
In rarer cases, laryngitis is caused by a bacterial infection.
Other causes may include allergies or an injury to the larynx.
In addition to loss of voice, other symptoms of laryngitis may include fever, swollen lymph nodes, or swollen glands in the neck.
To help vocal cords heal, try resting your voice.
Use a humidifier to soothe a scratchy sore throat.
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