Laryngitis
( Hoarseness )
An inflammation in the voice box or larynx causes hoarseness in the
voice and in some cases the complete loss of the voice-as the larynx is the
organ affected, the condition is known as laryngitis. Commonly occurring with
other upper
respiratory tract infections, the condition known as laryngitis has
symptoms such as soreness and scratchiness in the throat of the affected
individual, and affected patients usually also develop signs of a Fever. A dry and barking type
of cough typically accompanies
the sounds produced in the throats of people with laryngitis. Several days may
pass before full vocal recovery is restored in individuals who have entirely
lost their voice.
The condition known as croup is probably involved
if the cough and hoarseness brings about any difficulty in breathing. The
condition known as croup is especially common in many children; the more severe
forms of this disorder can be alarming to a parent as an affected child gasps
for air in a desperate manner. Breathing normally is rendered more difficult by
the persistent presence of anxity and fear in the child. Individuals
affected by vocal hoarseness that does not disappear within a week must seek
professional help, this is suggested as the presence of a tumor or an enlargement of
the thyroid gland can bring about
similar symptoms.
One type of symptom also found during Infections
of the throat or the sinuses
are often followed by cases
of the acute form of laryngitis-which itself is brought on by the usual
causative organisms and factors as the common cold and pathogens like
the bacteria and many types of viruses. Recurring hoarseness and
chronic cases of laryngitis can also be caused by the overuse of the voice, as
stressing out the vocal chords creates a predisposition for developing
laryngitis. It is important not to strain the vocal chords repeatedly by
speaking or shouting for long periods of time, great stress is also placed on
the vocal chords if a person yells excessively, or if an individual takes part
in long sessions of singing or lecturing. The larynx is also predisposed to
many types of infections by smoking heavily, similar effects can be
induced by inhaling other irritating toxins-inhaling polluted air and
cigarette smoke are important factors in the development of laryngitis.
CAUSES OF HOARSENESS
Hoarseness usually does not last long and
does not necessarily signify a serious condition. The disorder makes the voice
sound raspy, rough or strained because of changes related to the vocal folds
that produce the sounds of the voice box, or larynx. However, hoarseness that
lasts longer than two weeks could indicate an underlying disease and should be
checked out with a doctor.
SPEAKING
Speaching, loudly cheering or crying may
cause hoarseness. Damage to the voice can also result from raising or lowering
voice pitch, talking or singing without adequate diaphragm support, talking
loudly or fast or using words forcefully. The Cleveland Clinic notes that using
the voice too much, too loudly or improperly over extended periods of time
causes hoarseness.
ALLERGIES
Allergies cause swelling of the nasal tissues,
which can affect the voice. Allergies also increase nasal drainage, leading to
a constant clearing of the throat that can irritate vocal cords and cause
hoarseness.
INFECTION
The common cold and upper respiratory viral
infections can cause hoarseness. Persistent coughing and clearing the throat
can lead to hoarseness. Acute laryngitis often occurs with upper respiratory
infection and can cause a rough, harsh voice.
Nodules, or growths, can cause vocal cord nerves to lose their function, resulting in vocal cord paralysis, according to KidsHealth.org. Nodules can be caused by repetitive coughing from respiratory infections.
ACID REFLUX
Many patients with symptoms similar to
allergies may have acid reflux disease. Acid reflux occurs when stomach acid
flows back up into the esophagus and into the throat, causing a burning
sensation in the chest and throat, and sometimes bringing on a sour taste from
the acid in the throat. Acid reflux disease is also called gastro-esophageal
reflux disease. People with the disease have bouts of heartburn or acid
indigestion on a regular basis. This can damage the esophageal lining, leading
to hoarseness. Medication is necessary to prevent acid reflux and avoid further
damage.
IRRITANTS
Smoke inhalation causes hoarseness, including
smoking tobacco or accidentally inhaling smoke. Environmental irritants and low
humidity may also cause hoarseness. Excess alcohol consumption can irritate the
throat and cause periods of hoarseness as well.
DISEASE
Tumors, including lung cancer, can lead to
hoarseness. Cancer of the larynx, lymphoma, thyroid cancer and tumors in the
head, neck or chest may affect the voice. Stroke, Parkinson's disease, motor
neuron disease and myasthenia gravis, a chronic condition of muscle weakness,
may lead to hoarseness.
CAUSES OF CHRONIC HOARSENESS
HYPOTHYROIDISM
The thyroid gland is located in the neck in
close proximity to the vocal cords. Low thyroid function, or hypothyroidism, is
a condition where the thyroid gland produces too little thyroid hormone.
Sometimes, the developing disease process creates pressure or inflammation in
the throat, causing a chronic hoarse voice. Correcting the underlying thyroid
hormone imbalance can alleviate this symptom.
POLYPS AND NODULES
Growths on the vocal cords, either nodules or
polyps, can arise due to injury or persistent irritation. Nodules form mainly
from frequent misuse of the voice, such as shouting and loud singing. Polyps
can form because of chronic allergies, cigarette smoke and other inhaled
irritants, GERD or chronic low thyroid function. Both nodules and polyps lead
to a chronic hoarse voice. Merck Manuals Medical Library reports that most
nodules will resolve after voice abuse stops. Polyps usually require surgical
removal in order to cure the hoarseness.
LARYNGEAL CANCER
Cancer of the voice box, or larynx, is a less
common, but serious cause of chronic hoarseness. The location of the tumor
dictates the symptom picture. Tumors on the vocal cords, rather than above or
below them, tend to have hoarseness as an early sign. Abuse of alcohol and
smoking are risk factors for laryngeal cancer. Over 95 percent of cases are in
smokers, says the Merck Manuals Medical Library. Anyone with hoarseness of more
than three weeks duration should have a medical examination to rule out cancer
of the larynx.
CAUSES OF HOARSENESS IN INFANTS
Anything that seems to affect the breathing
of an infant can be alarming, including hoarseness without an obvious cause.
While there is often a simple explanation, any hoarseness in a young infant
should be addressed by a pediatrician. Infants are particularly susceptible to
illness and infection and it is important to rule these out as causes for your
baby's hoarseness.
EXCESSIVE CRYING
Excessive crying is a common cause of
hoarseness in infants. While all babies cry to convey their needs, some cry
more than others, such as those suffering from colic. Crying for an extended
period of time can cause the vocal chords to swell, resulting in a hoarse
voice. Most babies will grow out of excessive crying on their own as long as there
is no underlying medical cause. Once the persistent crying has stopped, your
child's hoarseness will usually clear up on its own.
VOCAL CHORD NODULES
In some cases, excessive use of the voice,
including crying, can result in vocal chord nodules, which are callous-type
growths that can appear on over-worked vocal chords. These nodules keep the
vocal chords from closing properly, which causes hoarseness. Treating vocal
cord nodules in infants can be difficult, as the treatment involves stopping
the behavior that is causing the nodules to form--in the case of infants,
excessive crying. The infant may simply have to outgrow the crying, but a
doctor should always be consulted.
ILLNESS
Any illness that involves congestion and
post-nasal drip can cause hoarseness. Even if your child has a simple cold,
mucus draining down the throat can irritate the vocal chords. While this isn't
dangerous for your child, it is uncomfortable. Try clearing her nostrils with a
bulb syringe to help her breathe easier. Any hoarseness associated with an
illness should clear when the illness does.
REFLUX
Many babies suffer from gastroesophageal
reflux disease, more commonly known as acid reflux. This condition occurs when
stomach acids enter the esophagus and cause a painful burning sensation. Severe
or frequent acid reflux can affect the vocal chords and cause your child to
become hoarse. It is important to speak to your pediatrician if you suspect
your baby is suffering from reflux, as it can impact his eating and sleeping
habits. There are medications that can be prescribed as well as diet changes
that can ease the reflux symptoms.
ALLERGIES
If your child has allergies that cause her to
become congested, this congestion could cause her to become hoarse. As with
illnesses, post-nasal drip from allergies can irritate the vocal chords. Some
allergies can also cause the vocal chords to swell. It is important to identify
what your child is allergic to as soon as possible to prevent the potential of
a more severe allergic reaction. There are allergy tests that can aide in
discerning this, so speak to your pediatrician.
WHAT CAUSES HOARSENESS IN
CHILDREN?
If your child's voice suddenly sounds husky,
scratchy or weak, it's possible that he is suffering from hoarseness. Hoarseness
is most often caused by inflammation to the larynx. However, other conditions
may have caused your child's hoarseness. A visit to your pediatrician is the
best way to determine the exact cause.
OVERUSE OF THE VOICE
If your child is loudly singing, yelling,
talking non-stop, or straining her voice, it can cause her to become hoarse,
according to Kids Health from Nemours. If she does these activities repeatedly,
without allowing her vocal cords to rest and repair themselves, she can end up
with callouses, or nodules that cause her voice to chronically be hoarse.
PROLONGED CRYING
Medline Plus reports that excessive crying
can cause temporary hoarseness in children because of vocal cord irritation. If
this is the case, your child will need to rest his voice in order to restore it.
A humidifier or drinking fluids can help your child's throat feel better if it
is sore after a bout of crying.
COUGHING
Coughing may also irritate the vocal chords
and lead to hoarseness in children. If this is the case, treating the source of
the cough is your best option for relieving hoarseness. If hoarseness continues
for more than a week after other symptoms have passed, consult your
pediatrician to check on other possible causes.
ALLERGIES
Allergies can produce coughing that can
irritate vocal cords, but it can also cause inflammation or a post-nasal drip
that is the source of irritation. If your child is old enough to understand,
advise him that he'll need to restrict use of his voice to allow his vocal
cords to heal. Even whispering can cause additional strain and prolong
hoarseness, according to MedlinePlus.
GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX
Gastro-esophageal reflux, commonly referred
to as GERD, can be a source of hoarseness in children. Again, this condition
must be treated itself before the hoarseness can be treated. Once the GERD is
under control, your pediatrician may advise your child to avoid certain
substances, such as caffeinated or carbonated beverages, as they can cause
additional irritation to the vocal cords and prolong hoarseness.
WARNING
If hoarseness in your child persists for
longer than a week or doesn't appear to be tied to another condition, it is
best to consult your family doctor for a proper diagnosis. If your doctor is
unable to determine the source of your child's hoarseness, she may refer you to
an ENT, or Ear-Nose-Throat, specialist.
HOMEOPATHIC
REMIDIES USED IN LARYNGITIS
The following homeopathic remedies can be
used in hourly dosages at 6c,12c or 30c potencies, the initial strength of
the dose can be progressively reduced as the intensity of the symptoms
decrease. Depending on the physical response given by the patient, during
treatment of chronic laryngitis cases, a single dose daily will be sufficient
for several days or weeks at a time to bring relief from the many symptoms. Sometimes
immediate improvement may be noticed after taking just a single dose of a
homeopathic remedy, before you take another dose wait and see how long the
effects from the initial dose lasts. The response of different people to the
any given homeopathic remedy is likely to be different from how everyone else
responds to the same remedy - for this reason, all treatments must be carried
out on individual basis.
Aconite
Aconite is to be used in the homeopathic treatment of patients suffering from a sudden onset of hoarseness in the voice and other problems related to laryngitis. There is a husky, crowing or squeaky quality to the voice of the affected person. This type of loss of voice comes about due to sudden fright, because of sudden shock, and after being chilled by dry and cold winds out of doors. Physical symptoms include the presence of a persistent fever and the development of a hollow, croupy cough along with the drying of the windpipe. Symptoms experienced by the affected individual can also include dryness and a sensation of burning heat in the throat. The psychological symptoms can include persistent restlessness and a fearful emotional state at all times. The condition of the patient can greatly worsen during the nighttime, the condition can also be aggravated by touching, and the person feels worse when breathing in, exposure to cold air and talking can also aggravate the symptoms. The presence of one or more of these symptoms requires the immediate use of Aconitum as a homeopathic remedy in the treatment of the laryngitis.
Aconite is to be used in the homeopathic treatment of patients suffering from a sudden onset of hoarseness in the voice and other problems related to laryngitis. There is a husky, crowing or squeaky quality to the voice of the affected person. This type of loss of voice comes about due to sudden fright, because of sudden shock, and after being chilled by dry and cold winds out of doors. Physical symptoms include the presence of a persistent fever and the development of a hollow, croupy cough along with the drying of the windpipe. Symptoms experienced by the affected individual can also include dryness and a sensation of burning heat in the throat. The psychological symptoms can include persistent restlessness and a fearful emotional state at all times. The condition of the patient can greatly worsen during the nighttime, the condition can also be aggravated by touching, and the person feels worse when breathing in, exposure to cold air and talking can also aggravate the symptoms. The presence of one or more of these symptoms requires the immediate use of Aconitum as a homeopathic remedy in the treatment of the laryngitis.
Argentum nitricum is to be used in the
homeopathic treatment of patients afflicted by a chronic hoarseness in the
voice, this remedy can also be used in the treatment of patients with a loss of
voice, and the remedy also treats the form of laryngitis experienced by many
singers. The condition causes a cough whenever the person sings in a high note.
Physical symptoms which are apparent include soreness in the larynx and along
the pit of the throat. The individuals airways in the throat have a coating of
very thick mucus. When the person is
swallowing there is a sensation of some splinter stuck in the larynx and the
windpipes. The physical symptoms experienced by the patient also include a
sensation of hair like tickling along the inner throat. Physical symptoms also
include the presence of choking sensations, as if some food has lodged itself in
the upper throat after a meal. Psychological symptoms include helplessness and
a feeling of being numb and paralyzed. Physical symptoms like a burning or
drying sensation in the throat is also present at most times of the day and
night. The condition of the patient can worsen after midnight, the condition of
the patient is also aggravated by fear and anticipation of events, and anxiety can worsen the
symptoms, the consumption of sugar, staying in a warm room can all worsen the
condition of the patient. The condition of the patient improves when he or she
stays out of doors exposed to the cool air. The presence of one or more of
these symptoms requires the immediate use of Argentum nitricum as a homeopathic
remedy in the treatment of the laryngitis.
Causticum
Causticum is to be used in the homeopathic treatment of patients afflicted by a case of chronic laryngitis and other related throat problems. Physical symptoms include the presence of a soreness and rawness in the throat, the throat may also have a burning and dry sensation most of the time. Further physical symptoms in the patient include a tenderness in the larynx and all along the throat. Physical symptoms felt by the patient include a hoarse, hollow, husky and cracking voice. The person may also have a very weak voice, and this could be because of paralysis setting in on the vocal chords. Physical symptoms also include the accumulation of mucus in the throat, this collected mucus may be very hard to expel and the patient may be hawking or choking at most times, the affected individual will also complain of a sense of being constricted slowly around the throat. The patient may feel a lot of pressure in the area of the larynx when blowing the nose or when exhaling with force. The symptoms may also include a sensation of some foreign body stuck in the throat. The condition of the patient can greatly worsen when exposed to dry and cold weather, when the person inspires he or she may feel a lot of discomfort, symptoms also worsen with a lot of coughing after midnight which disturbs sleep, the condition of the patient is also aggravated when he or she is speaking, or when he or she strains the voice. The presence of one or more of these symptoms requires the immediate use of Causticum as a homeopathic remedy in the treatment of the laryngitis.
Causticum is to be used in the homeopathic treatment of patients afflicted by a case of chronic laryngitis and other related throat problems. Physical symptoms include the presence of a soreness and rawness in the throat, the throat may also have a burning and dry sensation most of the time. Further physical symptoms in the patient include a tenderness in the larynx and all along the throat. Physical symptoms felt by the patient include a hoarse, hollow, husky and cracking voice. The person may also have a very weak voice, and this could be because of paralysis setting in on the vocal chords. Physical symptoms also include the accumulation of mucus in the throat, this collected mucus may be very hard to expel and the patient may be hawking or choking at most times, the affected individual will also complain of a sense of being constricted slowly around the throat. The patient may feel a lot of pressure in the area of the larynx when blowing the nose or when exhaling with force. The symptoms may also include a sensation of some foreign body stuck in the throat. The condition of the patient can greatly worsen when exposed to dry and cold weather, when the person inspires he or she may feel a lot of discomfort, symptoms also worsen with a lot of coughing after midnight which disturbs sleep, the condition of the patient is also aggravated when he or she is speaking, or when he or she strains the voice. The presence of one or more of these symptoms requires the immediate use of Causticum as a homeopathic remedy in the treatment of the laryngitis.
Kali bichrome
Kali bich. is to be used in the homeopathic
treatment of patients with laryngitis accompanied by a chronic hoarseness of
voice, the remedy can also be used to deal with individuals who have
experienced a total loss of voice, and the remedy can also be used to treat
hoarseness in the voice which tends to worsen towards the evening. Physical
symptoms commonly experienced by the patient include a tickling and persistent
sensation in the throat, this causes the patient to hawk and cough a lot, and
the patient may also need to clear the throat a lot of times. Physical symptoms
may also include the presence of a dry and constricting sensation in the
throat. Symptoms include soreness and rawness in the larynx, and the persistent
burning sensation radiates from the throat up into the nostrils causing a lot
of discomfort to the affected person. A persistent and rattling cough is also
often seen in most patients. The patient also suffers from the accumulation of
a tough, and stringy type of mucus that is very hard to expel from the nose.
Symptoms may resemble the condition known as the croup. The condition of the
patient can greatly worsen when the person is out in cold and damp conditions,
sudden changes in the weather can also aggravate the condition, the condition
of the patient is also worsened by excessive use of the voice, such as speaking
or laughing
for
too long, and a persistent coughing after midnight worsens the symptoms
disturbing sleep. The presence of one or more of these symptoms requires the
immediate use of Kali bich. as a homeopathic remedy in the treatment of the
laryngitis.
Phosphorus
Phosphorus is to be used in the homeopathic treatment of patients who have a persistent hoarseness in the voice, patients afflicted with a sudden loss of voice can also be treated using this homeopathic remedy. Physical symptoms evident in the patient include the presence of a sore and raw sensation, along with a burning sensation in the larynx which causes a tickling cough to appear. The trachea is also affected by too much talking, which will cause the appearance of a sudden intense stitching pain in the tracheal region. The patient may complain of a feeling of being constricted in the region around the neck. Symptoms also include the giving off of thick mucus as an expectorate. Sharp pains in the throat can also come about because of associated conditions of cough or croup accompanying the throat problem. The condition of the patient can greatly worsen when any cold air enters the throat, too much talking and laughter can also aggravate the condition of the patient, the patient hates being touched, and the condition worsens steadily after midnight and is at its worst in the evenings. Symptoms are also aggravated by eating warm things and lying on the left side of the body for prolonged periods of time, the condition of the patient is also worsened by sudden changes in the weather. The condition of the patient can greatly improve when eating cold food items. The presence of one or more of these symptoms requires the immediate use of Phosphorus as a homeopathic remedy in the treatment of the laryngitis.
Phosphorus is to be used in the homeopathic treatment of patients who have a persistent hoarseness in the voice, patients afflicted with a sudden loss of voice can also be treated using this homeopathic remedy. Physical symptoms evident in the patient include the presence of a sore and raw sensation, along with a burning sensation in the larynx which causes a tickling cough to appear. The trachea is also affected by too much talking, which will cause the appearance of a sudden intense stitching pain in the tracheal region. The patient may complain of a feeling of being constricted in the region around the neck. Symptoms also include the giving off of thick mucus as an expectorate. Sharp pains in the throat can also come about because of associated conditions of cough or croup accompanying the throat problem. The condition of the patient can greatly worsen when any cold air enters the throat, too much talking and laughter can also aggravate the condition of the patient, the patient hates being touched, and the condition worsens steadily after midnight and is at its worst in the evenings. Symptoms are also aggravated by eating warm things and lying on the left side of the body for prolonged periods of time, the condition of the patient is also worsened by sudden changes in the weather. The condition of the patient can greatly improve when eating cold food items. The presence of one or more of these symptoms requires the immediate use of Phosphorus as a homeopathic remedy in the treatment of the laryngitis.
Spongia tosta
Spongia tosta is to be used in the homeopathic treatment of patients afflicted by acute and chronic laryngitis and other related throat conditions. Physical symptoms apparent in the patient can include a persistent hoarseness in the voice, along with a sore and burning sensation in the larynx. There is also a persistent tickling sensation present in the larynx and along the throat. There is a sensation of a plug or a nail stuck somewhere in the throat. The patient also complains of a great deal of dryness in the throat. The person is often hawking constantly due to excessive mucus. There is a sensation of constriction around the larynx, this sensation can greatly worsen during midnight and also during sleep along with suffocative sensations and feelings of anxiety accompanied by other psychological symptoms. Symptoms also include a persistent barking cough at the beginning or during the onset of croup. The condition of the patient can greatly worsen when the patient is touched and some pressure is applied to the throat, too much talking or swallowing a lot of things can also worsen the symptoms, eating sweets and being exposed to dry and cold wind also aggravated the condition. The condition of the patient improves when the patient eats warm food or warm drinks, sitting and lying with the head held low can also improve the condition of the patient, eating a little at a time reduces the stress on the throat and improves the condition of the patient. The presence of one or more of these symptoms requires the immediate use of Spongia tosta in the homeopathic treatment of the patient.
Remedies mostly used for one
line symptom:-
Belladonna for sore inflamed throat.
Kali bichromicum, with much hoarseness and
accumulation of stringy mucus in throat.
Sanguinaria, for a catarrhal condition.
Phosphorus without much soreness.
SUPPLEMENTS AND HERBS
The use of supplemental zinc lozenges
can alleviate the symptoms of a sore throat and this compound will help support
and mobilize an effective immune system response to pathogens in the throat. Viruses
and bacteria that have invaded the throat can also be dealt with using throat
sprays which contain the seed extracts of the grapefruit-this herbal extract will
help eliminate all pathogens accumulating in the throat. The antibiotic properties of the
grapefruits must be used effectively and this herbal extract is also available
in the form of a liquid herbal extract or if preferred it can also be taken in
the form of herbal tablets.
Immune system functioning can be boosted and
restored through the use of high doses of the vitamin C, similar in dosage
strengths to those used during the treatment of other infections, this vitamin
must be taken to doses that the bowel can tolerate at any one time without
adverse symptoms. To soothe and heal the irritated mucus membranes and to
support the action of the immune system, supplements of the vitamin A are also strongly
recommended for all patients suffering from laryngitis.
Since antibiotics are used during the
treatment period, there is a loss of intestinal friendly bacteria, this loss
can be replaced by supplements of the Lactobacillus acidophilus bacterium as the
normal intestinal bacteria complement is vital to maintain health in the body.
The following herbs and herbal combinations can
help in the purification of the blood, they will fight back
infection from different pathogens and they will also help in bringing some
alleviation from different forms of allergies induced by the laryngitis
in the affected individual.
Garlic- An effective herbal
alternative that can be used in the herbal gargle water is the common garlic. The odorless garlic capsules may be preferred by some
individuals; these capsules have the same potency of raw garlic and can be used
by those who cannot deal with the smell of raw garlic. Dosage of this herb can
be three garlic capsules taken every day at regular intervals.
Tea tree oil - The antiseptic actions
of the tea
tree oil
can also be utilized in the treatment of a throat problem. Gargle using warm
water to which five drops of the tea tree oil has been added for maximum relief
from the symptoms of a throat infection.
Lemon balm - Use different herbs as infusions in gargling water some
herbs that can be used include a tbsp. each of the tincture of the lemon balm along with some
brandy. To treat coughs and persistent hoarseness in the throat drink herbal
teas made from a combination of herbs to which some non-pasteurized honey has been added, these herbs include some Echinacea herbal extract.
Ginger - the ginger, the garlic, the sage, the goldenseal, the licorice and the slippery elm in equal measures. To
disinfect and soothe the throat as well as to heal and soothe the inflammation
resulting from laryngitis, steam inhalations of the wild thyme, the sage, the lavender or some oak bark can be employed.
Steam inhalations – Steam inhalation of the
oak bark are particularly effective, the bark has antiseptic properties, it
also has a natural anti-inflammatory ability, it functions as a pain-relieving
analgesic and its astringent properties are also very potent. Respiratory
organs are disinfected by steam inhalations made from the wild thyme. If there
is a fever present in the patient, a drop of sweat inducing oils of the eucalyptus or the peppermint can be added to bring
about perspiration and relief from the fever.
OTHER BENEFICIAL HERBS
Benzoin Gum, Caraway, Comfrey, Elder, Fennel, Fritillaria, Lady's Mantle, Mallow, Pokeroot Queen's Delight.
ADDITIONAL THINGS YOU MAY DO
The use of topical treatment methods such as
1
using
hot wraps around the neck will heal and help relieve the worst symptoms of the
condition in an indirect way.
2
To
make a hot wrap, carefully soak a cotton cloth in some heated apple cider
vinegar and wrap this cloth around the neck when the symptoms are
particularly intense.
3
Topical
treatments that can also be used include some raw and crushed, heated leaves
of cabbage, apply this around the neck along the area of greatest
discomfort.
4
A
salve made from the arnica can also be applied directly on the neck. Use a
dry towel to always keep the neck wrap or compress covered.
5
Another
great topical treatment can be made by boiling two lbs. of small potatoes
with the skins on. The boiled potatoes can then be mashed and the mashed paste
can be spread on a cotton cloth, this can then be placed while it is still hot,
directly on the throat along the affected area. A woolen shawl can also be used
to cover the affected area on the neck.
6
Gargle
your throat using a solution of concentrated whey (milk plasma) once every hour or if
this is not possible at least thrice every day so as to rid the throat of germs
and
harmful pathogens.
FOODS TO AVOID WITH REFLUX AND
THROAT HOARSENESS
Acid
reflux occurs when stomach acid flows into your esophagus after you've eaten.
This causes a burning sensation in your chest. Frequent acid reflux, also known
as gastroesophageal reflux disease, can cause a dry cough, hoarseness, nausea
and difficulty swallowing.
ACIDIC FRUITS AND VEGETABLES
You are advised you to avoid acidic foods
because your esophagus doesn't have the protective lining that your stomach
has, according to Columbia University Health Services. The acids in foods with
a low pH could trigger a burning sensation in your esophagus.
FATTY FOODS
Fatty foods slow digestion and delay the
emptying of food from your stomach. This increases pressure in your stomach and
on the lower part of your esophagus, increasing the likelihood of acid reflux.
Particularly fatty foods include red, fried and processed meats, high-fat milk,
cheese and ice cream and fried foods, such as doughnuts, potato chips and
french fries. Fatty meats and dairy products are also high in saturated fat,
which has been linked to high cholesterol, increased inflammation and heart
disease.
SPICY FOODS
Spicy foods cause or worsen acid reflux and
hoarseness in some people. If they seem to exacerbate your condition, choose
mild foods and seasonings. Particularly spicy foods include salsa, miso paste,
chili, hot peppers, Asian stir-fries and curries, Mexican dishes and sweet
spices, such as spearmint and peppermint.
COFFEE, CAFFEINE AND ALCOHOL
Alcohol and caffeine, including both
caffeinated and decaffeinated coffee, may contribute to GERD symptoms,
according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. Common sources of
caffeine include not only coffee, but also energy drinks, soft drinks, black
tea, chocolate and coffee-flavored ice cream.
HERBAL REMEDIES FOR HOARSENESS & ACID REFLUX
Some of the people are reactive to the all types of
drugs and all pathyies are restricted to
them , they are advised to use herbal
remedies for cure of laryngitis or Hoarseness.
Acid reflux, a condition associated with
gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), causes several uncomfortable symptoms,
including heartburn, hoarseness, coughing, sore throat and nausea. The
condition is caused by a number of factors, ranging from pregnancy to
medication to acidic foods, which prevent the esophagus from doing its job to
push food down toward your stomach. See your doctor to determine if you need
prescription medications. Also consider asking her about herbal remedies to
ease the symptoms of acid reflux, including hoarseness and pain.
LICORICE
Licorice root and licorice candy are often
used as remedies for acid reflux, heartburn and hoarseness. To combat side
effects from acid reflux medications, suggests taking a standardized extract
known as deglycyrrhizinated licorice, or DGL. This type of licorice has the
natural licorice chemical known as glycyrrhizin, which is associated with side
effects, removed.
CRANBERRY
Cranberry supplements may help prevent
bacteria from growing in your digestive juices. These bacteria can exacerbate
the symptoms of acid reflux. Recommend two doses of 400 mg of cranberry supplement
per day.
PEPPERMINT
A traditional stomach and cough soother,
peppermint works well as tea or in capsule form. It also may help the symptoms
associated with acid reflux. If you take peppermint as a supplement, use coated
tablets to avoid exacerbating heartburn. Peppermint's soothing action also
makes it useful for hoarse coughs, according to the medical center.
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GINGER TEA
For quick relief from the heartburn-like pain
of acid reflux, brew some ginger tea, suggests Bill Gottlieb in "New
Choices in Natural Healing." Buy ginger tea bags, or use ginger root. Use
1 ½ tsp chopped or shredded ginger root per cup of boiling water. Steep 10
minutes, then strain the ginger and drink.
APPLE OR CARROT JUICE
Herbalist recommends drinking apple or carrot
juice to neutralize stomach acid, an aggravating factor of acid reflux. Drink
the juices by themselves, or combine them with cooled herbal tea. "heartburn
formula" combines 1 tsp each of lemon balm, chamomile and licorice root, ½
tsp slippery elm and ¼ tsp each catnip and fennel seed. Pour 1 ½ cups boiling
water over the herbs, steep for 15 minutes, and strain. Combine 1 ½ cups apple
or carrot juice and chill the mixture.
CURES FOR A HOARSE VOICE with Home REMEDIES
Some medicinal properties are also already found
in the daily life of domestic use they are used as medicine for easy cure of laryngitis. such as ginger
root and power , honey, etc.
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