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What could be the cause for nasal voice and dizziness?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I have had a cold for three weeks, initially presenting with severe symptoms such as congestion and frequent sneezing. I am somewhat past the cold, but my voice sounds very weird. It is incredibly nasal, and I struggle to pronounce words containing 'b' or 'd' sounds. When articulating these letters, I feel resistance in the back of my throat where my mouth and nose meet, extending into my nasal cavity. My voice has sounded this way for five days now. I visited a doctor who recommended that I should see an ENT (Ear, Nose, and Throat specialist), but the wait for an appointment is two weeks. Additionally, I am experiencing a sensation of dizziness, although not accompanied by nausea. It feels like I do not have full control over my body, like my head is floating, and my balance is compromised. Moreover, when I drink water, I occasionally feel it getting caught in the back of my throat and then coming up through my nose. Other than these symptoms, I feel completely fine. I have reasonable energy, no fever or chills, no sore throat or cough, and no runny nose. I kindly request your insight into what might be wrong. My voice is causing me considerable embarrassment at the moment. Please help. Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Ashok Kumar Srivastava

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Ashok Kumar Srivastava is an ENT Specialist. He specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions related to the ear, nose, and throat, including sinus disorders, hearing problems, and throat infections. He also focuses on preventive care and advanced surgical interventions to improve patients’ overall ENT health.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Hi,

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I have read your query and understand your concern. You may be experiencing some complications of a viral cold, such as laryngopharyngitis, labyrinthitis, and palatal paresis. The mentioned symptoms do not require excessive worry, as these cases usually have a good prognosis. However, I suggest you to take the medications and follow the instructions mentioned below: 1. Decongestant and antihistamine medications. 2. Steroids. 3. Steam inhalation. 4. Methylcobalamin (a form of vitamin B12). Kindly consult a specialist, talk with them, and take the medications with their consent. I hope the above suggestions will help resolve your problem within a week. Thanks and regards.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At July 22, 2023
Reviewed At August 2, 2024

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Ashok Kumar Srivastava is an ENT Specialist. He specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions related to the ear, nose, and throat, including sinus disorders, hearing problems, and throat infections. He also focuses on preventive care and advanced surgical interventions to improve patients’ overall ENT health.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Ashok Kumar Srivastava is an ENT Specialist. He specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions related to the ear, nose, and throat, including sinus disorders, hearing problems, and throat infections. He also focuses on preventive care and advanced surgical interventions to improve patients’ overall ENT health.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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