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I suddenly lost my voice yesterday & can only whisper after having a sore throat yesterday am. the back of my throat's red. is it acute laryngitis?
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Most likely: Stay home and rest. Drink soothing warm liquids and avoid straining your vocal cords by talking.
Answered 5/12/2015
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