Laryngitis in children

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• Laryngitis, or inflammation of the larynx, is a viral infection most commonly causing barking cough and inspiratory stridor (wheezing).
• Laryngitis most commonly occurs at the age of 6 to 36 months.
• Most patients only have mild symptoms and can be treated at home.
• Respiratory distress associated with laryngitis can be treated with an oral glucocorticoid. In addition, inhalable racemic adrenaline can be used in severe, acute cases.
• Patients whose general condition is affected or whose respiratory distress is not alleviated by first-aid medication or recurs quickly after such medication should be assessed in specialized care.

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