Susceptible and clinical profile of patients presenting with hoarseness of voice
Journal Title: Medpulse International Journal of ENT - Year 2018, Vol 6, Issue 1
Abstract
There are many causes of hoarseness. The most common causes are acute laryngitis which usually occurs due to swelling from a common cold, upper respiratory tract viral infection, or irritation caused by excessive voice . Vocal nodules are common in children and adults who raise their voice in work or play. A common cause of hoarseness in older adults is gastroesophageal reflux, Smoking is another cause of hoarseness. Methods: Observation was conducted of 50 patients attending the outpatient and the indoor of the M.G. M. Medical College and L.S.K. Hospital, Kishangnaj, during the period of January 2016 to December 2016. Results: Total 50 patients were distributed age and sex wise, 86% were male and 14% were female. Maximum number of cases were found in age group between 31 to 40 years. All the cases presenting to Otorhinolaryngology department with history of hoarseness were included in this study. Conclusion: Apart from change in voice other common symptoms were cough, fever and vocal fatigue. Signs of chronic laryngitis were noted in roughly half of the cases. Early diagnosis of underlying pathology for prevention and accurate management.
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B K Bhattacharjee, Alok Kumar
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