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I have just had a asthma attack and my tubes are all fluffy. i am on a steroid inhale. i keep loosing my voice is that normal.

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Dr. John Chiu answered

See doctor: This maans that your asthma medication needs to be revised. The throat problem is likely from the inhaled steroid which may cause a yeast infection at the throat (especially if you didn't gargle after each treatment) or a weakening of the muscle around the vocal cord. You need to see your doctor.

Answered 11/21/2013

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