Symptoms of laryngitis, such as dryness and irritation in the throat, a "throaty" cough, and hoarseness, are familiar to many. Laryngitis is one of the most common throat conditions. We will discuss the causes, distinctive features, and treatment methods of this condition.

Laryngitis is an inflammatory condition of the larynx and vocal cords. The larynx is part of the respiratory system, located in the upper part of the neck, below the nasopharynx and in front of the trachea, separated from the pharynx by the epiglottis. Swelling and inflammation of the vocal cords lead to hoarseness and voice loss.