Laryngitis
Laryngitis is the inflammation of the larynx, the area of the throat where the vocal cords are located. It usually affects the voice and may be accompanied by discomfort when speaking or swallowing; in many cases it is temporary.
Frequent symptoms: Typical signs include hoarseness or loss of voice, throat clearing, dry cough, and pain or a sense of irritation in the throat.
Common causes: It is often related to respiratory infections, excessive voice strain, environmental irritants, or reflux.
When to see a doctor? It is advisable to seek evaluation if the hoarseness persists for several weeks, or if there is high fever or difficulty breathing or swallowing.
Which specialist treats it? The otolaryngologist is the doctor best suited to evaluate the larynx and the voice; in children, the pediatrician provides the first guidance. If the discomfort does not subside, it is advisable to have a professional review your case.
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Dr. Julio Cesar De la Fuente Muñoz
Dr. Abel Alberto Pavía López
Dra. Jessica Herrera
Dr. Víctor Manuel Ramírez Carpio
Dr. Miguel Angel Escobedo Robledo
Dr. Jose Antonio Zamora Lomelí
Dr. Arnoldo Samuel Kraus Weisman
Dr. Mauricio Enrique Zaragoza Perez
Dr. Carlos Manuel Diaz Contreras Piedras
Dr. Carlos Manuel Diaz Contreras Piedras
Dr. Mauricio Espinosa Torres
Dra. Nilda Eliana Gómez Bernal
Dra. Maria Alejandra Torrero Miranda
Dr. Joaquín Gerardo Joya Galeana
Dr. Ramiro Millan Mota
Dr. Mateo Lorenzo Tapia
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Frequently asked questions
What is laryngitis?
Laryngitis is the inflammation of the larynx, the area of the throat where the vocal cords are located. It usually affects the voice and may be accompanied by discomfort when speaking or swallowing; in many cases it is temporary.
Which doctor treats laryngitis?
Laryngitis is usually treated by specialists in anesthesiologist, angiologist, audiologist, cardiologist, pediatric cardiologist, general surgeon, dermatologist, diabetologist, endocrinologist, pediatric endocrinologist, endoscopist, gastroenterologist, geriatrician, hematologist, pediatric hematologist, homeopath, infectious disease specialist, critical care and intensive care specialist, general practitioner, internist.