Hello doctors,
I’m an 19-year-old female classical vocalist. A month ago, after stopping Dydrogest early (Day 19), I experienced hormonal disturbance, delayed periods, mood swings, and sudden voice hoarseness. Took a Gateway softgel and a Vit D supplement; periods started next day. I oversang for my music exam(5hr/day) for 5 days. Sang with a croaky voice, couldn’t reach high notes. ENT prescribed Flamheal Forte( 3 pills within 24 hrs due to exam urgency)— helped ~40%. 2 days later, burning throat started (after spicy food). had complete voice rest for a week. On light singing, burning returns briefly. No pain, only occasional burning while singing/speaking/swallowing. My voice is now clear & normal. Recently prescribed Ulgel-A. hoarse voice lasted 1 week. burning throat-11days and going on.
Queries:
1. How long will this last?
2. Is it vocal cord damage or reflux irritation?
3. Is it permanent?
4. When can I sing again?
5. Is laryngoscopy needed?
Thank you.
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A vidoelaryngoscopy is needed to assess the status of larynx and vocal cords. The problem can be caused by over use of voice and super added acid reflux.
Next Steps
Consult ENT immediately so that proper diagnosis and treatment can be done.
Health Tips
take complete voice rest. do not talk. do not strain.
drink plenty of room temperature water.
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The best thing is to get a laryngoscopy/endoscopy to know all the above questions you asked.
Rest assured all of it can be treated but only when you know what it is
Yes Laryngoscopy needed… after that only one can comment upon what is the status of vocal cords
And As you know being Singer you have to take care of your throat very well!!
Remember 3 A’s in your life
Acid Abuse Allergy
As per your symptoms you are suffering from Acid and Abuse!!
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