![]() ![]() But this treatment option is generally reserved for very special and urgent cases. If there is acute inflammation, and you are a serious professional user of the voice (think international opera singer with an upcoming performance), your doctor may administer a cortisone injection. The latter have recently been linked to a number of side effects including dementia and may be recommended only as a second-line treatment option. If there is inflammation caused by acid reflux, they may recommend dietary and lifestyle changes or medication such as acid-reducers or proton pump inhibitors. This will help determine if there is any issue with the cords themselves, like bowing, incomplete closure, nodules (growths), or if there are signs of inflammation. If that is not effective, based on your symptoms a doctor may recommend laryngoscopy, either by depressing the tongue and inserting a laryngoscope into the mouth to look at the cords, or by using a small camera that is inserted through the nose. Most non-serious vocal problems can be cured with at least 48 hours complete vocal rest-no whispering-with the possible addition steaming (inhaling water vapor for 10 minutes several times per day). The first thing an ENT is likely to recommend is rest. As far as treatment options go, you are pretty much limited to rest, surgery, or medication. When talking about voice loss, prevention is key. I am not a physician, but I do have an MM in vocal pedagogy as well as having been down this road myself. ![]()
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