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How long does it take for laryngitis to go away

Have laryngitis. Have taken meds and taken home remedies. Taken rest and taken steams. Nothing helps. Can someone help with some other meds?

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You need to give adequate voice rest in laryngitis. It's advisable to retake a good ENT consultation so that better antibiotics and measures can be taken and adviced. ...  Read More

Acne on the face for a long time. Not going away. What can i do?I was using may products none helped

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Skin care needs to be customized based on the presenting complaints. There are different ways to achieve a flawless skin after acne and it needs medical interventions and commitment on part of the pat ...  Read More

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Hi i am 34 years old female having laryngitis. please suggest what precaution should i have, so that it can cure speedy.

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Sir,before few years I talk people very loud voice and shouting so then my voice is very fat so how to prevent my laryngitis problem please tell me

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You seem to be suffering from chronic vocal cord problem known as chronic laryngitis. Confirmation of the diagnosis can be made by laryngoscopy. Treatment involves voice rest, voice therapy and medica ...  Read More

I developed laryngitis in March 2020 . Took some medications. Got relief but again felt discomfort esp breathlessness after 15 days. Then took Ulgel A for a month .And found relief. Now After getting up in Morning I experience some gas after having even water then after getting bub it becomes normal. Should I take further any medications . What to

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Kindly consult online for proper history and treatment ...  Read More

Previously I ise to take novamox 500 for laryngitis with particular intervals with doctors prescription, I want to use novamox, please prescribe dose for it.

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U need proper treatment for laryngitis Only antibiotic won't be enough to cure it Kindly consult for better discussion ...  Read More

My brother developed hoarseness of voice after vomiting. An ENT examined him on 16 May and performed an endolaryngoscopy. The ENT diagnosed acute laryngitis and prescribed medicines along with 20 days of voice rest. After about 17 days, the hoarseness is still present and has not significantly improved, but it has not worsened either.”

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It’s due to LPR as there is complain of vomiting . So strict voice rest Keep luke warm water in throat for 8-10 times /day it soothe the throat . Drink plenty pf water . Add steam inhalation to the ...  Read More

Hi on 2nd june i was diagnosed with laryngitis after an ENT doctor did endoscopy of my throat and nose. He gave me medication along with betadine gargle and steam 3 times a day. Even after controling my diet, following the medication and steps told by the doctor i am witnessing no relief. I get headaches, jaw pain, heaviness of nose, throat pain,

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Hi in report it is given as vocal nodules,what us your main complaint, detailed history needed ...  Read More

I was at a party playing spin the bottle everyone was playing which means there was only 1 person there who I didnt make out with before the party I was fine and later on the day after I started showing symptoms of laryngitis it has not been confirmed however my mum was in the room so I didn't ask the doctor. Could I have caught it from someone ??

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Pl consult with good ENT doctor. ...  Read More

Hi my doctor did endoscopy and said that i have acute or chronic laryngitis. Image of endoscopy attached. Its been 10 days, i was given medication and told to do steam and gargle, but i am not getting any relief. Also now i am hearing clicking noise from jaw and pain under the ear. And sometimes there is headache and headpulling (sar khichna). I a

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Need more details like what meds have u been taking , symptoms like whether u have only voice change or pain in throat as well ? ... Steam inhalation will help but if u have laryngitis u need to take ...  Read More

Can bacterial laryngitis be treated or heal without antibiotics? Is bacterial laryngitis contagious to others? If they catch it, will they also get bacterial laryngitis or other throat problems?

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No Antibiotic must ...  Read More

Hi! My ENT doctor has prescribed antibiotics for laryngitis. But I want to be absolutely sure before taking them. So, what are some of the tests that can confirm if it really is bacterial infection or viral or fungal? How is swab/culture done? Is it enough? Thanks

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Laryngitis usually it's viral, avoid cold fluids, excessive talking and taking painkillers excessively Take steam inhalation, antibiotics required if you have fever or elevated WBC count For viral i ...  Read More

My son 4.5 years is affected by viral laryngitis. He is struggling hard to cough out and it is getting worse during sleep. He is 19kg and I gave Alex junior syrup for 5 days .. later it has worsened .. now I've stopped that and giving mucolite alone . however his cough has not reduced at all . Please suggest remedies to make him better.. it's been

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He is suffering from laryngitis. It can be viral or even Super added bacterial infection. ...  Read More

What is the treatment for gerd laryngitis. What is the best medicine.any test required.have any home remedies.

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GERD is a chronic disease that occurs when stomach acid or bile flows into the food pipe and irritates the lining. Acid reflux and heartburn more than twice a week may indicate GERD. ...  Read More

Hello dr I consulted online ent and he thinks I've reflux laryngitis and he suggest pan d in morning and rantac in evening (both before meals) along with gaviscon gel after meals 10 ml for 14 days. It gave me relief while I was in medicine but when I stopped by throat again started hurting and getting irritated with urge of throat clearing all the

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Every time I either get a cold or get sick I get laryngitis. I went to an ent and got my tonsils removed as they thought they were causing me to loose my voice. I still now after my tonsillectomy loose my voice. Why is it that I always loose my coice when I get sick and is there anything I can do. I’ve also had a turbinate cautery last year, when I

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I have had reflux laryngitis for the 3rd time in 3years, do I have an underlying problem causing this? I have seen a dr about this, had a barium swallow test which was normal, I did 4 days of steroids which didn't work, I am on PPI's and H2 blockers. I lose my voice for 2+ weeks each attack I have

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Recurrent reflux laryngopharyngitis can occur because of various reasons such as stress, anxiety, diet, anatomical problems in stomach esophageal junction etc. Treatment depends on identifying cause f ...  Read More

I had the flu/cold then went out in the cold and got laryngitis, started antibiotics (cefprozil), then got whooping cough (all in a week)

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You seem to be suffering from post viral cough which is common type of dry cough syndrome after an attack of viral upper respiratory tract infection. Usually it will resolve on its own within few days ...  Read More

I was diagnosed with laryngitis yesterday. Is it contagious to others around me?????

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Normally no but all infection can be contagious ...  Read More

I was told I have laryngitis last night. My voice is a little raspy but not too bad, and I have a sore throat. With a minor headache. Is this contagious?

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Laryngitis is the inflammation of the larynx or the voice box. There are various causes for acute or small duration laryngitis. The common one is due to Infection and when it's infectious in nature it ...  Read More

My brother is suffering from laryngitis for more than a month now. We have consulted with doctor and taken some antibiotics as well. He has a habit of smoking and drinking. He has lost his voice and very little voice is audible from his mouth. Please suggest any treatment and exercise to recover the voice.

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First important remedy to do -voice rest , followed by modified vocal hygiene , and also as consult a speech pathologist/speech therapist to have an detailed intervention and further management plan. ...  Read More

My mother (60 years) is having severe throat irritation always for the past 6-7 months and we've consulted about 5 doctors and all of them are saying that there is no issue in her throat, even then the problem persist. when i googled for the possible reasons few mediclaim pages suggested it to be laryngitis. could the remedies be shared?

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She might be suffering from reflux laryngopharyngitis ...  Read More

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