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Can hypothyroidism result in voice hoarseness and plantar fasciitis?
Query: Hi doctor,I have hypothyroidism for seven years. I have hoarseness of voice, shortness of breath, hair fall, and plantar fasciitis. Currently, I am taking Eltroxin 50 mg. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have been diagnosed with hypothyroidism and currently, you are taking Eltroxin 50 mg (Thyroxine). You can get prescription refills online. Please mention whether you are taking the dose from the initial stage. If you have a hoarse voice and joint pain, then it is ne... Read Full »
Can rhinosinusitis cause cold, cough and voice hoarseness with green phlegm?
Query: Hi doctor, I have been suffering from cough and cold for three days now. I have a clogged nose, watery eyes, and hoarseness of voice. My phlegm has turned greenish already. I have recently been diagnosed with LPR but have done with medications though I still feel phlegm down my throat. I have taken ... Read Full »
Dr. Radela Yvonne L. Ramos-cortes
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I need more details before I can suggest you a treatment. When were you diagnosed with LPR (laryngopharyngeal reflux), and what medicines were given to you? Do you have a fever? Are you asthmatic? Do you have allergies to food and medicines? Do you have any maintenance ... Read Full »
I have a cough with an itchy throat, and my voice has also changed. Why so?
Query: Hello doctor, I have a cough and my throat is itchy. My voice has also changed now. Why so? Please help. Read Full »
Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. It seems you have a laryngitis-like upper respiratory tract infection. So, I suggest you follow the instructions mentioned below. 1. Take a short-term steroid course in low doses for five days. 2. Take a tablet of... Read Full »
My voice weakens and throat gets dry after I am exposed to heat. Is this related to heat syncope?
Query: Hello doctor, My throat gets dry and my voice weakens, which makes it difficult for me to speak clearly when I am exposed to heat. I try to drink plenty of fluid, but it does not help much. This problem also occurs when I walk a long distance or stand for a long time or when I am stressed. The way I... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. It seems to be due to some allergic laryngitis, deficiency of vitamins and minerals, and lack of exercise. So, I suggest you follow the instructions mentioned below. 1. Do yoga and meditation regularly. 2. Consume ... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, I have been suffering from a chronic vocal cord disorder where I am not able to speak certain words and numbers clearly. My voice is not clear. What to do? Please help. Read Full »
Dr. Syed Peerzada Tehmid Ul Haque
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. One important cause of voice hoarseness is vocal abuse which occurs when people have to use their voice too much like professional singers, teachers, radio jockeys, etc. This is due to the development of vocal n... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor, I have cramps and dryness in the throat and mouth, and I also feel suffocated while yawning, drinking, or swallowing. I do not have this issue during sleep and while waking up in the morning. I consulted an otolaryngologist. The doctor informed me that there is no infection and asked me ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. The symptoms you have described are similar to those of GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) and LPR (laryngopharyngeal reflux). I suggest you answer the following questions for further evaluation: 1) How long have you been suffering f... Read Full »
Why does my voice sound weird, crack, or become hoarse while talking?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been experiencing voice hoarseness for the past two to three months. Sometimes, my voice cracks or I have some issues while talking. It just sounds different. When I am at work, I have to raise my voice, and I notice my voice cracks and sounds weird. Also, I have to clear my thr... Read Full »
Dr. Syed Peerzada Tehmid Ul Haque
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I think you have chronic laryngitis based on your history. Sore throat, voice breaks, vocal fatigue, and hoarseness can be a part of the symptom complex. One of the important management aspects is vocal hygiene, avoiding faulty use of voice, maintaining adequate rehy... Read Full »
I have a sore throat and lost my voice due to it. How to treat it?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 19 years old. Over four weeks ago, I started getting a sore throat and lost my voice for about a month now. I have a sore neck like something is grabbing it. My voice has been sore if I try and talk. I have mucus coming up, which is white colored with some blood. I am on Penicillin V... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I would suggest you take a swab of the throat mucus and ascertain the organism that is growing and producing the symptoms. The sensitivity pattern will reveal whether the organism is responding to the antibiotic being taken. To help lighten the mucus and remove it... Read Full »
What can be done for fever and hoarseness of voice in 60 year old female?
Query: Hello doctor, This query is regarding my 60-year-old mother. She has fever and hoarseness of voice since three days. We did her CBC. Kindly suggest next steps. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Since you have not mentioned anything about any other symptoms or other associated illnesses let me assume there is nothing like that for her. Here your mother's CBC (complete blood count) is fine (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Nothing abnormal in tha... Read Full »
Please suggest a medicine for a squeezy feel in vocal cord and dump voice due to hypothyroid.
Query: Hello doctor, I have hypothyroid for three years, and I am taking Eltroxin 100 mg one tablet daily before two hours to my breakfast. But sometimes I feel pain over and around my thyroid gland. I feel like my neck and vocal throat are squeezed and my voice is dumpy. Please suggest any medicine or tr... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your problem may be or may not be related to the thyroid problem. If your thyroid gland is enlarging it may compress your vocal cords and food pipe and cause your problems like vocal throat squeezed, dumpy voice. In this case, you need to get an ultrasound of your ne... Read Full »