Laryngitis

Also known as Croup.

Causes:

• Parainfluenza (80%)

• Pertussis (Whooping cough)

• Diphtheria

Presentation:

• Children - Barking cough that’s worse at night

• Adults - Hoarse voice, Persistent cough

Management:

• Usually self-limiting so managed supportively

  • Speak as little as possible

  • Stay hydrated

  • Throat lozenges

  • Gargle warm salty water

• Single dose of PO Dexamethasone

• Nebulised Adrenaline if moderate/severe