Aphthous laryngitis: causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Last reviewed: 23.04.2024
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Aphthous laryngitis is manifested by rash on the mucous membrane of the pharynx and larynx of small superficial erosions covered with fibrinous coating, first yellowish, then gray, surrounded by a bright red border. In the larynx, these rashes are localized almost exclusively on the epiglottis and cherpalodnagortan folds. Simultaneously, the same rashes appear on the mucous membrane of the cheeks, palatine arch and soft palate. Eruptions last up to 2 weeks, then through suppuration and drying disappear, leaving no traces. There may be relapses at different intervals, with each subsequent relapse taking place in a lighter form than the previous one.
Since the mucosa of the larynx proper (the glottis) remains intact, this form of laryngitis is not accompanied by breathing disorders and dysphonia, but dysphagia and pain are observed during swallowing, since the epiglottis in the arytenoid cartilages participates in the swallowing act, performing the laryngeal locking function.
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Treatment of aphthous laryngitis: multivitamins, local - lubrication of aphthous eruptions with 3-5% silver nitrate solution, 3% iodine solution in glycerin, 1% methylene blue solution. To prevent pain, spray anesthetics or 1-5% cocaine solution.
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