J37: Chronic laryngitis and laryngotracheitis
J37.1: Chronic laryngotracheitis
The larynx can be seen particularly well in men as a bulging area at the front of the neck. This area is also called the Adam’s apple. The larynx is important for breathing and speaking. It consists mainly of cartilage, ligaments, and muscles. The vocal cords are also located in the larynx.
The vocal cords may swell up due to the inflammation. As a result, the voice can become hoarse and you may have a cough.
The trachea or windpipe begins below the larynx and goes down to the lungs. The inside wall of the windpipe is made up of mucous membrane. If the mucous membrane in the windpipe is inflamed, the mucous membrane will swell up. As a result, the airways become narrower. You may thus get a feeling of tightness in your chest.
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