Hoarseness

Voice Hoarseness Treatments in Greenwich, CT

Hoarseness is a common voice complaints. When it comes to hoarseness or other throat pain, turn to one of our ear, nose and throat physicians at Greenwich ENT for treatment and relief!

Hoarseness

Hoarseness is characterized as abnormal changes in the voice. Your voice can sound raspy, strained or show changes in volume or pitch. Common causes of hoarseness include: 
  • Laryngitis- This happens when the vocal cords are swollen. It can be caused by a cold or infection, as well as straining your voice.
  • Overuse- If you overuse your voice by talking too much, singing too loud, or cheering on your favorite team, you may notice your voice is hoarse after.
  • GERD- Gastroesophageal reflux disease, or heartburn, can irritate the tissues in the throat as stomach acid flows back up. Sometimes, the stomach acid will travel far up to the vocal box irritating the vocal cords. 
  • Cysts- Hoarseness may be due to a growth or a cyst on your vocal folds. 
  • Other Situations- Other causes of hoarseness may be due to injuries, stroke, cancer, and more

How to Treat Hoarseness

When you are dealing with a hoarse voice, it is important to rest it as much as you can. If your voice or throat has been hoarse for a couple of weeks, it might be time to see an ear, nose, and throat doctor. Let your doctor know if you have been coughing up blood, feel a lump in your neck, are having trouble breathing, or other complications. The ear, nose, and throat specialists at Greenwich Ear, Nose, and Throat - Head and Neck Surgery, serving Greenwich, CT, Stamford, CT, and Westchester, NY, can help you find the cause of your hoarseness and help you treat it. This may include making certain lifestyle changes, taking medication, undergoing surgery, or getting voice therapy. For more information or to set up services with our ear, nose, and throat office, contact us today!

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