Features of medical treatment of laryngotracheitis in adults and children
Laryngotrachitis is an inflammatory disease of the respiratory tract of viral or bacterial etiology. Symptoms of laryngotracheitis in children: paroxysmal cough, noisy breathing, general weakness, high temperature. The smaller the child, the more dangerous this disease is for him.
Laryngotrachitis occurs at any age. The disease, which first affects the larynx and then the trachea, often develops against the background of another disease of the respiratory system. The disease has several varieties and requires qualified treatment. In its absence, there is a high probability of the development of serious complications in the form of bronchitis, inflammation of the lungs and false croup in children.
Causes of laryngotracheitis:
- ARVI, adenovirus infection;
- parainfluenza;
- rubella, chicken pox;
- mycoplasmosis, staphylococcal and streptococcal infections;
- Chlamydia.
The disease most often occurs in people with weakened immunity. Chronic diseases of the gastrointestinal tract (gastritis, duodenitis, gastroenteritis), endocrine system, respiratory tract and diseases of the central nervous system reduce the body's resistance.
On our website Dobrobut.com you will find more information, in particular about the treatment of laryngotracheitis in adults. We will remind that the acute form of the disease is more often diagnosed in children, and chronic laryngotracheitis - in adults.
Symptoms of laryngotracheitis in children
The onset of the disease is usually sudden. The main manifestations of the disease: cough, nasal congestion, wheezing and sore throat, high temperature. Hoarseness, a "barking" cough, pain in the upper part of the chest when coughing, and slight sputum production will indicate that the infection has progressed downward. Without timely medical help, the disease can be complicated by stenosis of the larynx.
How to treat acute stenosing laryngotracheitis? Therapy consists of antibiotics, antiviral drugs, immunomodulators (from the age of three), expectorants, vitamins, and anti-edematous drugs. The treatment plan is signed by the pediatrician individually.
During treatment, it is important to provide the baby with:
- the most favorable psychological environment;
- airing the room twice a day;
- additional air humidification in the room;
- sufficient consumption of warm tea, juice.
Questions about the need to use nebulizer inhalation for laryngotracheitis are within the competence of the doctor.
How many days does the temperature last with laryngotracheitis
Among the characteristic signs of laryngotracheitis: cough, voice change (dysphonia), pain behind the sternum and in the throat, fever, general weakness, enlarged lymph nodes.
Cough. It is characterized as dry "barking" without sputum. Food, conversation can provoke a coughing attack.
Dysphonia. With laryngotracheitis, the voice is hoarse, hoarse, sometimes it disappears completely.
How many days does the temperature last for laryngotracheitis? In the chronic form, the temperature remains at subfebrile levels during the first three to four days.
Chest pain. Painful sensations, as a rule, increase during coughing. During the consultation, the doctor will tell you about what to do in case of a cough attack with laryngotracheitis and how to prevent its onset.
Possible complications are bronchitis, bronchiolitis, lung inflammation (pneumonia), false croup. The most severe include laryngeal ulcers, laryngeal ventricle prolapse, and benign neoplasms.
Diagnostics
Diagnosis is made after an examination and taking an anamnesis. In some cases, the doctor may prescribe additional examinations: CT, MRI, PCR tests and X-rays.
Laboratory tests - general analysis of blood and urine, serological tests (for viral etiology), bacteriological examination of sputum.
After receiving the results, the specialist will prescribe antibiotics for laryngotracheitis and prescribe a treatment regimen.
Help with stenosing laryngotracheitis in children
Acute stenosing laryngotracheitis is a severe and unpredictable condition. It most often occurs with a viral infection in allergic babies. The main symptoms are lack of air, wheezing, restlessness, "barking" cough.
Medical care for stenosing laryngotracheitis in children:
- warm mustard bath for legs or mustard for calf muscles;
- vasodilator drops in the nose;
- inhalations with soda;
- warm drink (milk with soda);
- antihistamine drug ground into powder.
If you suspect the onset of stenosis, call an ambulance immediately.
Treatment of laryngotracheitis in adults
Timely and qualified treatment will avoid many complications. The task of therapy is to relieve swelling and eliminate the causative agent. For this purpose, antibiotics, special drugs for viral laryngotracheitis, expectorants, antihistamines, anti-inflammatory and antipyretic drugs are prescribed. Homeopathic medicines will be a good addition.
Folk medicine. Doctors recommend using decoctions of herbs with an expectorant effect and gargling. Tea with ginger root and honey has proven itself well.
In severe cases of chronic laryngotracheitis, in the absence of a result of conservative therapy, experts recommend surgical treatment. The specialist will tell you in more detail about the indications and course of the operation at the appointment.
Preventive measures
The best prevention is strengthening immunity and timely treatment of colds. Do not forget about the seasonal vaccination against the flu, regular walks in the fresh air, morning gymnastics and nutritious food. Adhere to the sleep and rest regime.
If you still have questions and need the help of a specialist, make an appointment. The doctor will tell you how to treat chronic laryngotracheitis in a child and how to help at the first signs of stenosis. Registration on the website and by phone.
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