Hoarseness In Voice
Any shift in vocal quality from a harsh, rough, or raspy voice to a weak voice is called hoarseness. Laryngeal dysfunction is the root cause of it. Your voice box (larynx) in the throat contains the vocal cords in charge of producing your voice. Hoarseness may result from an infection or inflammation of the vocal cords. A cold or throat infection is the most frequent cause of hoarseness; these conditions often go away on their own in two weeks. Voice box cancer is a severe factor in hoarseness that does not go away in a few weeks. What Are The Causes? Various factors can cause hoarseness of voice . One common cause is a vocal strain or overuse of the vocal cords, which can occur from excessive shouting, singing, or speaking loudly for extended periods. Another possible cause is laryngitis, which is inflammation of the vocal cords typically resulting from viral or bacterial infections. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), where stomach acid flows back into the throat, can also l...