ENT: Acute and Chronic Laryngitis: Free MSRA Podcast

🎙️ Podcast Deep Dive: Acute Laryngitis ExplainedStruggling with hoarseness, voice loss or a dry scratchy throat? 🎤 In this high-yield episode, we unravel the essentials of Acute and Chronic Laryngitis – from red flag symptoms 🚨 to practical management tips and differential diagnoses every MSRA candidate should know!🧠 Key Learning Points📌 DefinitionLaryngitis = Inflammation of the larynx (voice box), most commonly viral and self-limiting.📌 TypesAcute: Lasts <7 daysChronic: >3 weeks – with different causes like reflux, voice misuse, smoking & more!📌 CausesAcute: Viruses (rhinovirus, RSV, influenza) 🦠Chronic: Smoking 🚬, reflux (LPR) 🔥, allergies 🌿, voice strain, ACE inhibitors 💊📌 PathophysiologyInflamed vocal cords swell, disrupting vibration → hoarseness, voice fatigue & loss of pitch 🎶📌 SymptomsHoarseness, sore throat, dry cough, voice changesCold symptoms 🤧, globus sensation, fatigue📌 Red Flags⚠️ Persistent hoarseness >3 weeks⚠️ Stridor (inspiratory wheeze)⚠️ Difficulty breathing/swallowing⚠️ Lump in neck⚠️ Weight loss⚠️ Age >45 + smoker = urgent 2WW referral 🚨📌 DifferentialsVocal cord nodules/polypsGERD/LPRTumoursVocal cord paralysisIatrogenic injuryMed-induced causes (e.g. antipsychotics, steroids)📌 Investigations🩺 Acute: Clinical dx, no tests needed🧪 Chronic: FBC, laryngoscopy, pH monitoring, imaging (CT/MRI), stroboscopy📌 Management💧 Voice rest☁️ Steam inhalation💊 Paracetamol/NSAIDs❌ No antibiotics (unless bacterial suspected)🗣️ Chronic: Speech therapy, treat cause (e.g. PPIs for reflux), surgery if needed📌 Prognosis👍 Acute = excellent – resolves in 7–10 days⚠️ Chronic requires proper workup to avoid complications📌 ComplicationsVocal cord damageSupraglottitisChronic coughAirway obstruction (rare)🛠️ Useful MSRA Resources on Acute Laryngitis📝 Revision Notes:https://www.passthemsra.com/topic/acute-laryngitis-revision-notes/🧠 Flashcards:https://www.passthemsra.com/topic/acute-laryngitis-flashcards/❓ Q&A Accordion Notes:https://www.passthemsra.com/topic/acute-laryngitis-accordion-qa-notes/🔥 Rapid Quiz:https://www.passthemsra.com/topic/acute-laryngitis-rapid-quiz/🧪 Quiz Portal:https://www.passthemsra.com/quizzes/acute-laryngitis/📚 Full ENT Course for MSRA:https://www.passthemsra.com/courses/ent-for-the-msra/🌐 Full Free MSRA Resource Hub:https://www.freemsera.com🎧 Whether you're prepping for the MSRA or refreshing clinical knowledge, this is your shortcut to mastering one of the most common ENT conditions. Perfect for GP trainees, IMT applicants, or anyone revising smart.#MSRA #Laryngitis #ENTforMSRA #AcuteLaryngitis #MSRARevision #PassTheMSRA #FreeMSRA #VoiceLoss #ENTpathology #2WW #Hoarseness #ClinicalRedFlags