Question 1

will licorice root tea help laryngitis?

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Licorice root tea: Anything warm will soothe the throat when it is inflamed. Gargle with warm saltwater 1 to 2 tsp of kosher salt to one quart of water. This will take the pain away. Good luck. Feel better.

Question 2

laryngitis, what can i do to cure it?

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The first thing is: To be sure of the diagnosis . Second is what is the cause ? Third is what is the precipitating and relieving factor . After full evaluation by your doctor , you will definitely get some help. 
If it viral , it is self limited . If it is due to acid reflux , medicines like Omeprazole help etc.

Question 3

does air conditioner effects on laryngitis?

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Maybe, maybe not: Laryngitis symptoms are usually caused by viruses, but allergies, stomach reflux, etc..., can also cause symptoms. Cool, moist air can improve symptoms (vs. Warm, dry air). An air conditioner cools the air, but also dries the air, so it is hard to say how much help an a/c would offer. Also, old or dirty a/c air can have molds, dust, etc..., that can cause allergy symptoms and make things worse.

Question 4

are there any home remedies for laryngitis?

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Laryngitis: Boil freshly sliced, peeled ginger root in water until the tea is tan. Add 3 tbsp of honey. Sip to help relieve sore throat pain and to accelerate healing of laryngitis.

Question 5

what is the best way to help heal laryngitis?

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Laryngitis: In your age group the most common cause of laryngitis is caused from an upper respiratory viral infection---usually associated with a barky cough --noted especially at night. treatment that is useful is a short coarse of prednisone--or a shot of dexamethasone---talk with your Doctor
Over the counter treatments are many-- gargles,sprays and various throat lozengers--simple honey and lemon works

Question 6

i have laryngitis. what can i do to relieve this?

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Time: Herbal tea (or plain hot water) with honey and lemon can provide some soothing relief, as can gargling with warm salt water (1 Tbsp salt in 8 oz warm water).  Otherwise, NSAID medications such as ibuprofen or naproxen can help relieve the pain and discomfort.  Generally, laryngitis takes time, and rest to fully heal/resolve.

Question 7

what is laryngitis caused by and how did i catch it?

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Many causes: Inflammation of the larynx can be due to infections such as bacteria and virus, fungal; other non infectious causes may include :excessive coughing, smoking, over use of vocal cords, acid reflux etc...

Question 8

any explanation for why i get laryngitis really easily?

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Need ENT doc.: You could be a smoker, alcohol and often Gastric reflux.
An ENT specialist needed now for possible endoscopy. Serious entities can then be diagnosed, and hopefully not in your case.

Question 9

what can i do for laryngitis which i have had for three weeks ?

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Laryngitis usually: resolves after two weeks of voice rest.  If it persists longer, see an ENT specialist.

Question 10

i have laryngitis. what is the best thing i can do to stay from laryngitis?

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Strict voice rest: Strict voice rest will usually lead to resolution of hoarseness within 24 hours.  If you must speak avoid whispering as this puts more strain on vocal cords than attempting to speak in a normal voice.  If hoarseness persists despite strict voice rest then evaluation by a physician is indicated.

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