Laryngitis Center - Arcadia, CA
Arcadia Ear, Nose, & Throat Doctor Doctors for LaryngitisType of Physician: Ear, Nose, & Throat Doctor What is a Ear, Nose, & Throat Doctor? A certification by the Board of Otolaryngology; practitioners provide comprehensive medical and surgical care of patients with diseases and disorders that affect the ears, the respiratory and upper alimentary systems (nose, mouth and throat) and related structures. Specialty: Ear, Nose & Throat (Otolaryngology) Common Name: Ear, Nose, Throat Doctor Ear, Nose, & Throat Doctor Doctors in Arcadia * Alan Fisher MD  Lucy Shih MD  George K Sun MD  Glenn H Weissman MD  DSC Laser & Skincare Center  Simon K Simonian MD  Ted Chung MD  Foothill ENT Care Specialist Inc  Michael S Schwartz MD  Allan Yung MD  Premiere Plastic Surgery  Elaine E Constantz MD  Everard H Williams MD  Charles R Battaglia & Steven A Battaglia MDs  Charles R Battaglia & Steven A Battaglia MDs  Ted Lai MD  ENT Associates  ENT Associates  Brian K Machida MD  James S Yeh MD  San Gabriel ENT Head & Neck Surgery  San Gabriel ENT Head & Neck Surgery  Eugene Y Taw & David K Chen MDs  Eugene Y Taw & David K Chen MDs  Juan Andrade MD  Magan Medical Clinic  James G Williams MD  Paul Jacobsen MD  F L Harcourt MD Inc  Henry B Bikhazi MD  Geun S Jahng MD  Alexander Markarian MD  Thomas M Grosch MD  Shin-Fu Hsu MD  Paul H Toffel MD  ENT Associates  Foothill ENT Care Specialist Inc  Artine Kokshanian MD  Osmund T Chan MD  Vahan Ananian MD  ENT Associates  Shin Chiu MD  Othella T Owens MD FACS  Sol Silberstein MD  House Ear Clinic  House Ear Clinic  House Ear Clinic  House Ear Clinic  House Ear Clinic  House Ear Clinic  Carlton Y Lee MD  House Ear Clinic  House Ear Clinic  House Ear Clinic  HealthCare Partners Medical Group Los Angeles  Childrens Hospital of Los Angeles Otolaryngology  Childrens Hospital of Los Angeles Otolaryngology  Steven K Lee MD  Associated Head & Neck Surgeons  Associated Head & Neck Surgeons  Scott ENT  Associated Head & Neck Surgeons  Northern Orange County Ear Nose & Throat Medical Group  Northern Orange County Ear Nose & Throat Medical Group  Aesthetic Institute Robert M Wald Jr. MD  Mercy Medical Group  Hana Bui MD  Steven Burres MD  Gregory Szal MD  Andrew K Choi MD  Martin Garcia MD  Talbert Medical Group  Tyson Shih MD  Aroesty & Line MDs  Raffi Mesrobian MD  Anaheim ENT Clinic  Entertainment Industry Physicians  James Montagano MD  Konstantin C Salkinder MD  David White MD  Sidney M Fishman MD  Hassney A Hamood MD  Michael K Kim MD  Talbert Medical Group  Aesthetic Laser & Sinus  Lawrence A Shapiro MD Inc  Gary S Bellack MD  Flaum & Liu MD's  Tower Center for Ear Nose & Throat  Robert Habbestad MD  Osborne Head and Neck Institute  Tower Center for Ear Nose & Throat  Tower Center for Ear Nose & Throat  Flaum & Liu MD's  Tower Center for Ear Nose & Throat  Osborne Head and Neck Institute  Tower Center for Ear Nose & Throat  Gary Takowsky MD  Hans von Leden MD  Drs Alessi Larian Azizzadeh & Hsu Arcadia, CaliforniaUpcoming Local Events2012-06-10
2012-06-23
2012-06-23
2012-06-30
2012-07-04
2012-08-25
2012-09-01
2012-09-22
2012-09-30
2012-10-06
LaryngitisWhat is laryngitis?The larynx is the voice box that allows us to speak, shout, whisper, and sing. The larynx consists of a cartilage skeleton that houses the vocal cords, which are covered by a mucus lining. Muscles inside the larynx adjust the position, shape, and tension of the vocal cords, allowing us to make different sounds. Any change in the air flow (which is generated by the lungs) across the vocal cords will affect the voice and the quality of the sound. The larynx is located at the junction of the mouth and trachea and has a flap-like covering called the epiglottis, whose job it is to prevent food and saliva from entering the larynx during swallowing. Laryngitis (larynx + itis = inflammation) is an inflammation of the voice box, causing a hoarse or gravelly-sounding voice or even an inability to speak. Picture of the larynx and trachea
What causes laryngitis?Laryngitis is an inflammation of the vocal cords. Most commonly, acute laryngitis is caused by an infection that inflames the vocal cords. In infants and young children, the classic signs and symptoms of an inflamed larynx include:
Similarly, in adults, a viral upper respiratory tract infection may be associated with:
Rarely, since most people are immunized and protected against this infection, diphtheria may cause laryngitis-like symptoms. Laryngitis may also be caused by voice overuse with excess talking, singing, or shouting. Chronic laryngitis, often described as lasting for more than three weeks, may be caused by prolonged alcohol use, smoking, and excess coughing. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) may cause laryngeal inflammation and chro... Recommended Reading Related to LaryngitisWhat is chronic cough?Chronic cough is a cough that persists. Chronic cough is not a disease in itself; rather it is a symptom of an underlying condition. Chronic cough is a common problem and the reason for many doctor visits.
What are causes of chronic cough?Some common causes of chronic cough include asthma, allergic rhinitis, sinus problems (for example sinus infection), and esophageal reflux of stomach contents. In rare occasions, chronic cough may be the result of aspiration of foreign objects into the lungs (usually in children). It is very important to see a doctor who may order a chest X-ray if a chronic cough is present. The following are common causes of chronic coughing.
Other Related Laryngitis ArticlesEmergency Contact for Arcadia
Nearby Arcadia Hospitals *Methodist Hospital Aurora Las Encinas Hospital City of Hope National Medical Center San Gabriel Valley Medical Center BHC Alhambra Hospital Kaiser Permanente Medical Center Baldwin Park City of Angels Medical Center Ingleside Campus Greater El Monte Community Hospital Vista Specialty Hospital of San Gabriel Valley Huntington Hospital Garfield Medical Center Alhambra Hospital Medical Center Doctor's Hospital West Covina Citrus Valley Medical Center Queen of the Valley Campus Kindred Hospital San Gabriel Valley Monterey Park Hospital Citrus Valley Medical Center Inter Community Campus Beverly Hospital Foothill Presbyterian Hospital East Valley Hospital Medical Center Aurora Charter Oak Hospital USC University Hospital USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center Glendale Adventist Medical Center LAC + USC Medical Center LAC + USC Medical Center Women's & Children's Hospital Verdugo Hills Hospital East Los Angeles Doctors Hospital Los Angeles Community Hospital Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital White Memorial Medical Center Promise Hospital of East Los Angeles San Dimas Community Hospital Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health Center Pacific Alliance Medical Center Barlow Respiratory Hospital Kaiser Mental Health Center Gateways Hospital & Mental Health Center Whittier Hospital Medical Center Good Samaritan Hospital St Vincent Medical Center California Hospital Medical Center Childrens Hospital Los Angeles Temple Community Hospital Community Hospital of Huntington Park Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center Metropolitan State Hospital Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center Downey Regional Medical Center Shriners Hospitals for Children Los Angeles Kindred Hospital La Mirada Orthopaedic Medical Center Norwalk Community Hospital Coast Plaza Doctors Hospital Kaiser Permanente Downey Medical Center Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center Kindred Hospital Brea Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center Hollywood Community Hospital Casa Colina Centers for Rehabilitation Los Angeles Metropolitan Medical Center Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center St Francis Medical Center College Hospital Cerritos VA Greater Los Angeles HealthCare System St Jude Medical Center Martin Luther King Jr MAC Service Center Promise Hospital of East Los Angeles Suburban Medical Center Campus Bellflower Medical Center Olympia Medical Center Miracle Mile Medical Center Cedars-Sinai Medical Center La Palma Intercommunity Hospital Montclair Hospital Medical Center Lakewood Regional Medical Center Featured Articles*Provider Directory Terms of Use: The WebMD 'Provider Directory' is provided by WebMD for use by the general public as a quick reference of information about Providers. The Provider Directory is not intended as a tool for verifying the credentials, qualifications, or abilities of any Provider contained therein. Inclusion in the Provider Directory does not imply recommendation or endorsement nor does omission in the Provider Directory imply WebMD disapproval. |
Suggested Reading on Laryngitis by Our Doctors
-
Related Diseases & Conditions
14 articles-
Common Cold
- The common cold (viral upper respiratory tract infection) is a contagious illness that may be caused by various viruses. Symptoms include a stuffy nose, headache, cough, sore throat, and maybe a fever. Antibiotics have no effect upon the common cold, and there is no evidence that zinc and vitamin C are effective treatments.
-
Croup
- Croup is a contagious viral infection that affects children's respiratory system. Symptoms include a barking cough, stridor, fever and difficulty breathing.
-
Fever
- Although a fever technically is any body temperature above the normal of 98.6 degrees F. (37 degrees C.), in practice a person is usually not considered to have a significant fever until the temperature is above 100.4 degrees F (38 degrees C.). Fever is part of the body's own disease-fighting arsenal: rising body temperatures apparently are capable of killing off many disease- producing organisms.
-
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) is a condition in which the acidified liquid contents of the stomach backs up into the esophagus. The symptoms of uncomplicated GERD are heartburn, regurgitation, and nausea. Effective treatment is available for most patients with GERD.
-
Pneumonia
- Pneumonia is inflammation of one or both lungs with consolidation. Pneumonia is frequently but not always due to infection. The infection may be bacterial, viral, fungal or parasitic. Symptoms may include fever, chills, cough with sputum production, chest pain, and shortness of breath.
-
Reflux Laryngitis
- Acid backing up into the larynx (voice box), it causes reflux laryngitis. Irritation of the lining of the esophagus, larynx, and throat can lead to esophagitis, sinusitis, strictures, hoarseness, throat clearing, swallowing problems, asthma, chronic cough, and more. Typical symptoms of reflux laryngitis include heartburn, hoarseness, or a sensation of a foreign body in the throat. Reflux laryngitis can be treated with OTC medication, prescription medication, and lifestyle changes.
-
Sore Throat (Pharyngitis)
- Most sore throats are caused by viruses or mechanical causes (such as mouth breathing) and can be treated successfully at home. However, a person should be seen by a health care professional if they have a sore throat that has a rapid onset, and is associated with a fever or tenderness of the front of the neck; a sore throat that causes the person to have difficulty swallowing (not just pain swallowing) or breathing; or if a sore throat lasts for more than a week.
-
Stroke
- A stroke results from impaired oxygen delivery to brain cells via the bloodstream. A stroke is also referred to as a CVA, or cerebrovascular incident. Symptoms of stroke include: sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arm or leg. Sudden confusion, trouble speaking or understanding. Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes, sudden trouble walking, dizziness, or loss of balance, and/or sudden severe headache with no known cause. A TIA, or transient ischemic attack is a short-lived temporary impairment of the brain caused by loss of blood supply. Stroke is a medical emergency.
-
Chronic Cough
- Chronic cough is a cough that does not go away and is generally a symptom of another disorder such as asthma, allergic rhinitis, sinus infection, cigarette smoking, GERD, postnasal drip, bronchitis, pneumonia, medications, and less frequently tumors or other lung disease. Treatment of chronic cough is dependant upon the cause.
-
Hoarseness
- Hoarseness (abnormal deep, harsh, raspy voice) is caused by a variety of conditions in which the larynx (voice box and vocal chords) are irritated or injured. Examples of causes of hoarseness include: laryngitis, straining the vocal cords by yelling or screaming, infections, GERD, allergies, and more. Treatment of hoarseness depends on the cause.
-
Dysphagia
- Dysphagia or difficulty in swallowing, swallowing problems. Dysphagia is due to problems in nerve or muscle control. It is common, for example, after a stroke. Dysphagia compromises nutrition and hydration and may lead to aspiration pneumonia and dehydration.
-
Smoking (How to Quit Smoking)
- Smoking is an addiction. More than 430,000 deaths occur each year in the U.S. from smoking related illnesses. Secondhand smoke or "passive smoke" also harm family members, coworkers, and others around smokers. There are a number of techniques available to assist people who want to quit smoking.
-
Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Lymph nodes help the body's immune system fight infections. Causes of swollen lymph nodes (glands) may include infection (viral, bacterial, fungal, parasites). Symptoms of swollen lymph nodes vary greatly. They can sometimes be tender, painful or disfiguring. The treatment of swollen lymph nodes depends upon the cause.
-
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
- An upper respiratory infection is a contagious infection of the structures of the upper respiratory tract, which includes the sinuses, nasal passages, pharynx, and larynx. Common causes of an upper respiratory infection include bacteria and viruses such as rhinoviruses, group A streptococci, influenza, respiratory syncytial, whooping cough, diphtheria, and Epstein-Barre. Examples of symptoms of upper respiratory infection include sneezing, sore throat, cough, fever, and nasal congestion. Treatment of upper respiratory infection are generally with OTC medication and home remedies.
-
Common Cold
-
Medications
10 articles -
Procedures & Tests
1 articles -
Pictures, Images & Quizzes
0 articles -
Doctor's & Expert's Views
0 articles -
Health News
2 articles -
Health Features
0 articles
