Acute laryngitis

Acute laryngitis is a prevalent condition often seen in primary care, characterized by inflammation of the larynx that leads to symptoms like hoarseness, cough, and occasionally dysphagia. While most cases are self-limiting and caused by viral infections, the clinical presentation can vary and may sometimes signify more severe underlying conditions, including malignancies. Due to a lack of standardized guidelines, the diagnosis and management of acute laryngitis can be challenging for clinicians. This table aims to summarize the essential aspects of managing acute laryngitis, collating evidence-based recommendations and tips that can assist primary care clinicians in providing optimal care for their patients.

Section	Subsection	Details	Notes	References
Definition & Impact	Definition	Inflammation of the larynx, affecting vocal cords.	Can be acute or chronic, infective or inflammatory, isolated or part of systemic disease.[1]	[1]
	Impact on Health	Impacts physical health, quality of life, psychological wellbeing, and occupation if symptoms persist.	Common symptoms include hoarseness, impacting quality of life.[1]	[1]
Etiology & Clinical Presentation	Viral Causes	Rhinovirus, adenovirus, influenza, parainfluenza, herpes species, HIV, coxsackievirus.	Most common cause of acute laryngitis. Often associated with upper respiratory tract infection.[10]	[10]
	Bacterial Causes	HiB, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Staphylococcus aureus, β haemolytic streptococci, Moraxella catarrhalis, Klebsiella pneumoniae.	May...

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