Loss of Voice-
Recently suffered an acute /sudden complete loss of voice. Now I appreciate and is thankful that i can talk and appreciate this gift especially so; when people called me on the phone and I am able to answer it. Also I enjoyed singing when playing my guitar/ukulele/keyboard. The ultimate one is that i will still be able to teach if I can talk.
So Singers; News Readers , Radio DJs and all who uses their voices for their jobs, should insured their voices.
What is laryngitis?
Laryngitis occurs when your voice box or vocal cords become inflamed from overuse, irritation, or infection. Laryngitis can be acute (short-term), lasting less than three weeks. Or it can be chronic (long-term), lasting more than three weeks.
Many conditions can cause the inflammation that results in laryngitis. Viral infections, environmental factors, and bacterial infections can all cause laryngitis.
Symptoms of laryngitis
The most common symptoms of laryngitis include:
weakened voice
loss of voice
hoarse, dry throat
constant tickling or minor throat irritation
dry cough
These symptoms are usually mild and can be treated by giving your voice a break. Drinking water or other non caffeinated fluids can help lubricate your throat.
Home Treatment
Drink lots of water.
Gargle with 1 tsp. of salt and half cup.of warm water.
Rest your voice.
Suck on lozenges to keep your throat lubricated.
Doctor Medication
Phelgm- for dissolvimg and removing phelgms Bromhexine 8 mg 1Tab 3 x a day
Inflammation - soreness (Serratiopepdibase 5 mg 1 tab x 3 a day (DANZEN)
steroid - prednisoione 5 mg 2 tabs 2 x a day
Give at least 3 weeks to get back voice to normal after an acute attack.