Voice strain; Dysphonia; Loss of voice
Hoarseness may be short-term (
Rest and time may improve the hoarseness. Crying, shouting, and too much talking or singing may make the problem worse. Be patient, because the healing process may take several days. Don't talk unless you really need to and avoid whispering. Whispering can
Gargling does not help the vocal cords. Avoid...
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Hoarseness is having difficulty producing sound when trying to speak, or a change in the pitch or quality of the voice. The voice may sound weak,... Read more »