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Laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR) or laryngopharyngeal reflux disease (LPRD) is the retrograde flow of gastric contents into the larynx, oropharynx and/or the nasopharynx. [4] [5] LPR causes respiratory symptoms such as cough and wheezing [6] and is often associated with head and neck complaints such as dysphonia, globus pharyngis, and dysphagia. [7]
A number of other causes for losing one's voice exist, and treatment is generally by resting the voice and treating the underlying cause. [2] If the cause is misuse or overuse of the voice, drinking plenty of water may alleviate the problems. [2] It appears to occur more commonly in females and the elderly. [4]
Laryngitis is categorized as acute if it lasts less than 3 weeks and chronic if symptoms last more than 3 weeks. [1] Acute cases usually occur as part of a viral upper respiratory tract infection, [1] other infections, and trauma such as from coughing or other causes. [1]
Strep throat does not usually cause a runny nose, voice changes, or cough. [citation needed] Pain and pressure of the ear caused by a middle-ear infection (otitis media) and the reddening of the eye caused by viral conjunctivitis [10] are often associated with URTIs.
[3] [5] Patients may need to use more effort than normal when speaking and may find that their voice quiets or grows tired after speaking for a long time. [ 3 ] [ 6 ] This is known as vocal fatigue. [ 3 ] [ 6 ] Patients may also complain about having a limited pitch range [ 4 ] [ 6 ] [ 7 ] and trouble varying their pitch at quick rate. [ 3 ]
Vomiting is one of the most common signs of poisoning in dogs, so if there’s a chance your dog could have gotten into something toxic, you should call your vet immediately to discuss. Here are ...
Pulmonary aspiration is the entry of solid or liquid material such as pharyngeal secretions, food, drink, or stomach contents from the oropharynx or gastrointestinal tract, into the trachea and lungs. [1] When pulmonary aspiration occurs during eating and drinking, the aspirated material is often colloquially referred to as "going down the ...
In a new, wide-ranging interview with Australia's ABC News, the "Red Right Hand" singer, 66, opened up about losing his 15-year-old son Arthur, who fell off a cliff in Brighton, England, in 2015 ...