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Diagnosis of different forms of acute laryngitis


 * Laryngitis following trauma
 * This form of laryngitis is usually identified by obtaining a case history providing information on previous phono traumatic experiences, internal trauma caused by recent procedures as well as any previous neck injuries.
 * Acute Viral Laryngitis
 * This form of laryngitis is characterized by lower vocal pitch as well as hoarseness . The symptoms in this form of laryngitis are usually present for less than one week, however they can persist for 3-4 weeks . This form of laryngitis might also be accompanied by upper respiratory tract symptoms such as: sore throat, odynophagia, rhinorrhea, dyspnea, postnasal discharge, and congestion.
 * Acute Epiglottitis
 * This form of laryngitis can be diagnosed in patients presenting with the same symptoms as Acute Viral Laryngitis, however in addition, patients can experience fever, stridor, pharyngitis, odynophagia, drooling, and dyspnea and dysphagia.
 * A lateral neck x-ray may confirm suspected Acute Epiglottitis.
 * Laryngotracheobronchitis (Croup)
 * This form of laryngitis can be diagnosed following a case history, physical examination, and a response to treatment. Symptoms include a barking cough, hoarseness of voice, and inspiratory stridor.
 * Fungal Laryngitis
 * A biopsy and culture of abnormal lesion may help confirm fungal laryngitis.