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Went to ent. he said vocal chords are extremely inflamed. i sing everyday. how long should i rest them before singing again? will they heal in a wk?

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Dr. Danny Westmoreland answered

Probably not: The inflammation is caused by the chords vibrating. It usually takes much longer than a week.

Dr Brown and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/30/2012

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Dr. Ronald Ward answered

VC inflammation: Voice rest for minimum of three weeks. Take Prilosec daily. No smoking, no alcohol. No throat clearing. get recheck in one month. Advise vocal coach. Drink two quarts of water per day.

Dr Modi agreed

Answered 7/27/2019

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A member asked:

Went to ent. he said vocal chords are extremely inflamed. i sing everyday. how long should i rest them before singing again? will they heal in a wk?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Danny Westmoreland answered

Dr Brown and another doctor agreed

Dr. Ronald Ward answered

Dr Modi agreed

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