Laryngitis - Symptoms



The symptoms of laryngitis are similar to those of the common cold. They include a sore, scratchy throat; fever; runny nose; achiness; and tiredness. A person may have trouble swallowing and may experience coughing and wheezing. The most characteristic symptom of laryngitis, however, is a hoarse and raspy voice.

In very rare cases, swelling of the larynx can cause constriction (shrinking or blockage) of the airways. This problem is usually serious only in young children, whose airways are small.

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