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lost voice

i keep losing my voice. the sound goes up and down when i try to talk and my throat feels tight. any ideas why? i am not sick
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  • Complaint duration: 90 days
  • Medications: probiotic, iron

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I think that you should consult your Primary Care Physician. You say you are not sick but there may be some underlying issue that your are not aware of. This does not sound like a dental issue. Good Luck
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This sounds like a neurological problem with your larynx. You should visit with an otolarygologist that specializes in voice problems. Otolarygology (ENT) is very sub-specialized like many other areas of medicine.
Lawrence D. Singer
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Laryngitis? If your voice is changing then there is something happening to your vocal cords. If it feels tight you need to see and E.N.T and get this checked. You want to rule out a tumor or other growths.
James P. Tasto
1 UpVoted this answer Charles R. Hoeg, DMD Dentist, Shoreham
If there is no bacterial or viral infection resulting in a sore throat, it could be esophageal reflux, or adenoids.
Grant Shimizu
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Highest likelihood is that this has NOTHING to do with dental problems. As soon as possible, get a diagnosis from an ENT physician (Ear, Nose and Throat or Otolaryngologist.) It may be a polyp or something more serious. Early diagnosis of either is the key to recovery with the least amount of residual complication.
viral infections could be one of the causes.
This could represent laryngeal spasm. This a benign condition believe to be related to anxiety. To get an accurate diagnosis, though, I recommend seeing an ENT doctor.
You need to see ENT.specialist initially.They may refer you if necessary after all the investigations are completed..Do not delay anymore ;your primary doctor can make the referral.If you have no access to doctors go to the nearest ER department .
Vinay Jerath
You should get a referral to a ENT and have a comprehensive evaluation.
I would consult with an otolaryngologist and also consider Dr Anne Dunev's advice. It is amazing at what can go wrong when we are not properly nourished, rested, de-stressed!