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I am a singer who quit smoking 2 months ago. i am hoarse in my lower register. ent 5 months ago said nothing wrong. neck muscles sore & ear blocked. ?

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Dr. Alan Wartenberg answered

See ENT again: 5 months is a long time, and if your symptoms have persisted, I think another consultation is needed. Did the ENT doctor directly visualize your vocal cords before saying there was nothing wrong? I think another look is warranted.

Answered 12/20/2014

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A member asked:

I am a singer who quit smoking 2 months ago. i am hoarse in my lower register. ent 5 months ago said nothing wrong. neck muscles sore & ear blocked. ?

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Dr. Alan Wartenberg answered

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