Problem

Laryngitis

Other Names:
Laryngotracheitis
Croup
Nature:

Laryngitis usually is the result of viral infection. The subglottic area and trachea are involved, whereas the area above the true vocal cords is spared. When children younger than 5 years have the infection, it is called croup.

Subject(s):
Medicine Lungs, throat
Problem Type:
E: Emanations of other problems
Date of last update
04.10.2020 – 22:48 CEST