Throat Lump : Lata Saberwal, fame of the TV serial ‘Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai’, is battling a throat disease these days. He has informed his fans about this on Instagram. Sabarwal has told that there was a problem of swelling in his throat. When in trouble, he consulted a doctor. Then he came to know that there are lumps in his voice box. The doctor has advised him not to speak for about a week. Do you know how dangerous this disease is? Due to the formation of throat lumps in the voice box, the voice changes or there is a danger of losing the voice. Let us know what is this disease and its treatment.
Causes of lumps in the voice box
Lumps formed in the voice box are called Laryngitis. In this there is swelling inside the voice box. This happens due to excessive speaking or infection. Actually, there are vocal cords inside our voice box. Which causes vibration on opening and closing. This is where the sound comes out. When there is swelling in these vocal cords, then the voice changes.
Why does the voice box swell
Infection in the respiratory system
common cold
talking, singing or shouting excessively
pollution, polluted air, smoking smoke
symptoms of laryngitis
When there is swelling in the voice box, the voice becomes hoarse or the voice starts to stop while speaking.
Problems like sore throat, pain in swallowing food, sore throat, dry throat, swelling in the neck.
Fever starts when laryngitis is caused by an infection.
There may also be swelling in the lymph nodes.
remedy for lumps in voice box
Whenever there is swelling in someone’s throat, doctors advise him to rest his voice. This can reduce swelling. If you want, you can also get rid of this problem through home remedies. If swelling in the throat is seen for three weeks or more, then the doctor should be contacted immediately.
How to prevent laryngitis
- Reduce the intake of alcohol and caffeine.
- Stay away from smoking as much as possible.
- Avoid going to smoking places. Also avoid secondhand smoke.
- Don’t clean it by applying too much force if there is phlegm or sore throat.
- Drink as much water as possible. Due to this, the mucus accumulated in the throat becomes thin and comes out easily.
- Fiber cereals. Consume only fruits and vegetables.
- Vitamins A, E and C can help build up the mucus membrane.
- Protect yourself from any respiratory infection.
ways to avoid laryngitis
- Gargle with salt or baking soda in warm water to get rid of sore throat.
- Consume more and more liquid.
- Drink plenty of water.
- Do not speak too fast or shout.
- Stay in a place with moisture in the air.
- Steam can be taken to give relief to the throat.
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