Ch 22- Brunner

alternative modes of speaking that do not involve the normal larynx; used by patients whose larynx has been surgically removed

impaired ability to use one's voice due to diseaseor injury to the larynx

cessation of breathing

agent that can cause cancer; carnogens can be chemicals, viruses, hormones, ionizing radiation, or solid materials

difficulties in swallowing

hemorrhage from the nose due to rupture of tiny, distended vessels in the mucous membrane of area of the nose

cold sore (cutaneous viral infection with painful vesicles and erosions on the tongue, palate, gingiva, buccal membranes, or lips)

surgical removal of all or part of the larynx and surrounding structures

inflammation of the larynx; may be caused by voice abuse, exposure to irritants, or infectious organisms

rebound nasal congestion commonly associated with overuse of over-the-counter nasal decongestants

stiffness of the neck or inability to bend the neck

inflammation of the throat; usually viral or bacterial in origin

inflammation of the mucous membranes of the nose; may be infectious, allergic, or inflammatory in origin

drainage of a large amount of fluid from the nose

inflammation of the nares and paranasal sinuses, including frontal, ehtnoid, maxillary, and sphenoid sinuses; replaces the term "sinusitis"

inflammation of the tonsils, usually due to an acute infection

dryness of the mouth from a variety of causes