Prevention of Laryngitis

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Because laryngitis is a viral infection and often occurs at the same time as a cold or other infection, there is no obvious way of prevention.

Good hygiene (hand washing before and after eating and before and after using the toilet) and avoiding people who are ill, especially if you are prone to laryngitis, can minimise the risk of getting laryngitis. You should also avoid smoking and other irritants, particularly if you have a cold or other respiratory infection.

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Professional singers or people that use their voice excessively on a daily basis are particularly prone to laryngitis, so it is essential that they receive proper training so they do not damage or misuse their voice.

Singerâ€™s nodes are small whitish swellings or nodules on the vocal chords resulting from prolonged use of the voice in a strained or unnatural manner. Treatment may involve having the vocal nodules removed by microsurgery.