Laryngitis

• Laryngitis Overview
• Laryngitis Causes
• Laryngitis Symptoms
• When to Seek Medical Care
• Exams and Tests
• Laryngitis Treatment
• Self-Care at Home
• Medical Treatment
• Next Steps
• Follow-up
• Prevention
• Outlook
• Synonyms and Keywords
• Authors and Editors

Laryngitis Overview

Laryngitis is the medical term for inflammation and swelling of the larynx, which is also known as the voice box. Most of the causes of laryngitis, such as common viruses or using your voice too much, are not serious. A few causes, however, require medical attention.