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Iv lost my voice due to cold & all i can do is whisper. the cold has been gone for a week now. 16 days now. can something serious be wrong with me?
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It's unlikely that: it's serious but it may be something that needs to be evaluated and treated. Please make an appointment with your doctor. Meanwhile, drink plenty of fluids, avoid stressing your voice and don't smoke anything! Best wishes. Dr. Anne.
Answered 11/17/2016
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