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Laryngitis Definition
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  • Laryngitis
A person with laryngitis has inflammation of the larynx, usually caused by a viral infection. Images

The inflammation of the vocal cords in the larynx causes the voice to become hoarse. Laryngitis is very common, and usually resolves within 7-10 days without treatment.

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Last Updated: Sep 10, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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