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Hoarseness/Laryngitis

When there is not enough air passing through your vocal cords, your voice will sound hoarse or husky or may disappear altogether. Hoarseness is not a disease. It is a signal that your vocal cords are not working normally.


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What to do About Hoarseness/Laryngitis
Hoarseness or loss of voice and other cold symptoms Symptoms can usually be treated at home. If symptoms persist, you should call your doctor for advice.
Hoarseness or loss of voice caused by overuse Symptoms can usually be treated at home. If symptoms persist, you should call your doctor for advice. 
Loss of voice lasting more than 5 to 7 days Symptoms need to be evaluated by a doctor. When you call to make an appointment, your doctor will help you determine how soon you need to be seen. 
Hoarseness that lasts longer than 1 month Symptoms need to be evaluated by a doctor. When you call to make an appointment, your doctor will help you determine how soon you need to be seen.
Hoarseness and exposure to poisonous gas Symptoms in this category are serious and should usually be seen within 2 hours. Depending on your health insurance, you may choose to call your doctor to determine if you should be seen in the doctor’s office, in an urgent care center, or in an emergency room.
Sudden onset of difficulty swallowing or feeling of fullness in throat Symptoms in this category are serious and should usually be seen within 2 hours. Depending on your health insurance, you may choose to call your doctor to determine if you should be seen in the doctor’s office, in an urgent care center, or in an emergency room.
Trouble breathing Symptoms in this category are life threatening and require immediate medical treatment.

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