This could be something as trivial as laryngitis or could be decreased movement of one of the vocal cords ... Depends on whether there are any other neurological features ... Would require proper history and examination
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drink plenty of water , steam inhalation twice a day, avoid hot and spicy food
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Hoarseness in middle aged and in elderly may be a serious issue if patient is habitual smoker or tobacco user . So please get appointment and will need laryngoscopy than decide
Yes, your Dad needs to be examined before he loses his voice.
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Have a small torch and a spoon ready to press down your dad's tongue so that you could use the torch to show me the back of his throat during the consultation session.
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