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Laryngomalacia
A condition also known as soft larynx, this is the most common reason the soft, immature cartilage of the upper larynx collapses when infants inhale, causing croupy noises and sometimes obstructing air flow.
How long it usually lasts:
Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)
How common is it?
Common
Common | Extremely rare | Very rare | Rare | Common | Very common |
Baby0-2 | Very common |
Body locations
Neck (front)
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