A laryngeal edema is an excessive amount of fluid in the tissues located around the region of the throat in which your dog’s vocal cords are located. This extra fluid causes the throat to become constricted.

The swelling associated with a laryngeal edema can result in loud and labored breathing. Coughing, snoring and/or difficulty swallowing may also be symptoms.

A laryngeal edema may be caused by an infection, allergies, the inhalation of caustic substances, or the result of a medical procedure such as surgery or radiation therapy.

A physical examination can diagnose a laryngeal edema. Further testing maybe required to determine the underlying cause.

Your vet will give your dog anti-inflammatory medications to reduce swelling. For more serious cases, your vet may recommend a tracheostomy, a surgical procedure in which a temporary air passageway is created. Additional treatment may be required to treat any underlying causes.

There is no prevention for a laryngeal edema.

No, you cannot get a laryngeal edema from your dog.