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I have been loosing my voice for 4 weeks now. sometimes it's very hard to talk and i am straining. it's not getting any better ?

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Dr. Ira Friedlander answered

Specializes in Cardiac Electrophysiology

This could be a: symptom of a serious condition. You need to be seen by a health care professional (preferably and ENT) as soon as possible for evaluation.

Answered 3/21/2017

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A member asked:

I have been loosing my voice for 4 weeks now. sometimes it's very hard to talk and i am straining. it's not getting any better ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ira Friedlander answered

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