Q. How to get rid of teacher's nodules?
Hi doctor,
I am suffering from teacher's nodules. It is on and off for the past eight months. I took some medication, which was prescribed by my doctor. Whenever I keep mum, my voice is improved. But, I cannot stop speaking loud due to my profession. I really want to get rid of them as I feel heavy, cracked and low pitch voice. Please help me.
Hi,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
I can very well understand your problem.
- Teacher's nodules (vocal cord nodules) occur in teachers, singers and children due to vocal trauma. Voice rest is the foremost recommended treatment for such nodule.
- I know due to your profession you cannot do this. But, try to give rest to your voice when you are at home.
- I suggest tablet Pantop 40 mg (Pantoprazole) daily in empty stomach and do steam inhalation twice a day for two weeks.
- Avoid hot and spicy foods and do not gargle. Will all these, you will feel better.
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Thank you doctor,
The drug that you suggested is used for controlling acid production in the stomach and intestine. I read on the internet that it has many side effects too. Will it be helpful in my condition? How?
Hi,
Welcome back to icliniq.com.
- Yes, you are correct. This is used to treat acid problem and it also have a role in vocal nodule. This will definitely help you.
For further doubts consult an ENT otolaryngologist online --> https://www.icliniq.com/ask-a-doctor-online/ENT-Otolaryngologist
Thank you doctor,
Sorry, I got a doubt after reading on the internet. When I can feel some change?
Hi,
Welcome back to icliniq.com.
- You just complete the two weeks course and let me know.
For further doubts consult an ENT otolaryngologist online -->https://www.icliniq.com/ask-a-doctor-online/ENT-Otolaryngologist
Thank you doctor.
Hi,
Welcome back to icliniq.com.
You are always welcome.
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