Inflammation of the larnyx, usually manifested as some or all of the following: dryness, soreness, hoarseness, and dysphagia In GERD, laryngitis may be a result of chronic night reflux of gastric contents up the esophagus to the pharynx and larynx, causing irritation of the tissues of these regions
Laryngitis is an infection of the throat in which your larynx becomes swollen and painful, making it difficult to speak. an illness which makes talking difficult because your larynx and throat are swollen. Inflammation of the larynx, causing hoarseness. Simple laryngitis usually occurs with infections such as the common cold. Other causes include inhalation of irritants. The larynx's lining becomes swollen and secretes mucus. In chronic laryngitis, caused by excessive smoking, drinking, or vocal-cord use, the larynx is dry and has polyps. Other types are caused by diphtheria spreading from the upper throat, tuberculosis bacteria spreading from the lungs, and advanced syphilis. The last can produce severe scarring and permanent hoarseness
inflammation of the mucous membranes of the larynx usually secondary to influenza virus
inflammation of the mucous membrane of the larynx; characterized by hoarseness or loss of voice and coughing