Laryngitis:

Cause: Excess phlegm.

Symptoms : Burning sensation in the vocal cord, main, hoarseness, dry cough (sometimes smeared with blood), fever, etc.

Treatment: Talisadi Churna, Chandramrita Lauha with ginger extract and honey. If the patient has thick phlegm or phlegm with blood specks and fever, prescribe Sarbabhouma Ras with the juice of the vasaca bark and honey. Naradiya Mahalakshmibilas with ginger juice and honey is a wonderful remedy. In the morning and evening massage the throat and chest with Brihat Sarchandanadi Taila. After the massage a hot fomentation should be applied. Influenza pills are also good for laryngitis.

Diet: Sago, barley, and other light foods while there is fever. Hot water and hot milk are good. Cold water and water-producing substances like sugar candy and cucumber are prohibited. Smoking is forbidden. The patient should be kept warm and in bed. He should not be allowed to move about.