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Been 1 week since voice returned after laryngitis. my voice is different. it's deeper, raspy and has breaks when speaking. will it return to normal?
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Yes: Laryngitis is typically caused by viruses, which can remain in your system for 1-2 weeks. The viruses infect the vocal cords, causing voice changes. These typically resolve after 1-2 weeks.
Answered 11/27/2017
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