Question 1

i been hoarse for two months?

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Need endoscopic exam: Hoarseness over 2 wks duration needs investigation , must have endoscopic examination  of nasopharyngeal cavity  by ENT surgeon , need to find out , allergy history of smoking , gerds , abuse of voice etc please see ENT surgeon with out delay.

Question 2

what causes hoarseness?

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Hoarseness: Hoarseness is caused by anything that irritates the vocal cords -- post-nasal drip, viral infection, polyps, screaming, singing, smoking, etc. -- voice rest is the treatment of choice -- persistent hoarseness needs to be evaluated by your physician, especially if you are a smoker.

Question 3

what are the causes of hoarseness in infants?

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A variety of causes: Hoarseness in infants can be from a variety of causes.  Babies can have reflux and chronic irritation of the airway from the spitting up can cause hoarseness.  Viral illness can cause short-term hoarseness.  Some babies are born with a paralyzed vocal cord.  Babies can have papillomas on their vocal cords (especially if the mother had known genital warts at some time in her life).

Question 4

how to reduce hoarseness?

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Find the Cause: Hoarseness is a symptom, not a diagnosis. You must first diagnose the cause of the symptom to find the treatment for it.

Question 5

does yelling cause hoarseness?

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Yes: Vocal abuse, like yelling or screaming can cause hoarseness.  Chronic abuse can lead to vocal nodules, also known as singer's or screamer's nodules.

Question 6

how to cure a hoarse voice fast?

Accepted Answer

Rest: The less you speak, the better.
Make sure you don't smoke.
Treating reflux can help.

If this does not improve, please see an otolaryngologist and get a flexible scope exam.

I pray you feel better!

Question 7

what should i drink when i'm hoarse?

Accepted Answer

Herbal tea: Each throat professional has their own particular favorite.  I often recommend herbal tea with honey.

Question 8

no loss of any senses. voice mildly hoarse?

Accepted Answer

Urgent Care Exam!: Regardless of the risk where you have been fatigue, fever, cough &amp; muscle or body aches are symptoms of COVID-19. And so since you could be suffering from COVID-19 or some other serious infectious illness I suggest you get an exam at an Urgent Care Center as soon as possible. I wish you well with your health!

Question 9

11mth old hoarse and chesty with temperature?

Accepted Answer

Anything: 11 month old with these symptoms could have anything including:  pneumonia, bronchitis, ear infection, simple cold or viral illness.  This baby needs to be seen by a doctor to discern which it is.

Question 10

how long does a hoarse voice from a cold last?

Accepted Answer

Hoarse: It can last 2-4 weeks---see ENT  if persists.

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