Laryngitis is an inflammation of the mucous membrane of the voice box (larynx) and is a common condition of the throat. It may be a short, sharp infection (acute), where it is normally caused by a virus, or it may become persistent (chronic) - a condition commonly affecting smokers.
In this section, you'll find information about the causes and symptoms of laryngitis, along with a guide to its means of diagnosis and methods of treatment.