Losing My Voice / Polyps?

cheriere · ‎12-01-2023

Yesterday, I mentioned going to the salon. I was there for a couple hours, then went out for lunch with my mom. During this time, I guess I talked a lot more than I normally do. Today, my voice is gone.

I notice this also happens anytime I have company. When I was still teaching, the ENT mentioned I had polyps on my vocal chords. But, I never did anything about them. Back then, my voice wasn't affected like now. I can no longer do many things I used to do like sing or even have basic long conversations without losing my voice the next day.

My mom also has these polyps, but her voice isn't affected at all.

Does anyone have experience with this or know of some remedies that may help please? 💝🌸

On It · ‎03-15-2021

@cheriere I am sorry you are having difficulties. I can only offer empathy since I know no one who has dealt with this issue. (My acid reflux sometimes affects my voice.) I hope someone can help or offer advice.

cheriere · ‎12-01-2023

@On It wrote:
@cheriere I am sorry you are having difficulties. I can only offer empathy since I know no one who has dealt with this issue. (My acid reflux sometimes affects my voice.) I hope someone can help or offer advice.

Thank you for answering. I also have acid reflux lol...but I guess most our age does.

I remember when I saw the ENT all those years ago he kinda laughed and said the polyps seemed to be the "teacher and preacher" syndrome. I fear mine might have really worsened though because I lose my voice way too easy.💝🌸

Kachina624 · ‎03-10-2010

@cheriere. I think I'd see a doctor about doing something about them, especially if there's a chance they could become cancerous.

New Mexico☀️Land Of Enchantment

cheriere · ‎12-01-2023

@Kachina624

I hadn't really thought about them being cancerous, but I guess you're right. I'd mentioned this to my regular dr, but all she run was a scan of my thyroid. I think because I've lost so much weight.

I always hate seeing the ENT, but I haven't been in so long I'm sure I need to.

Thanks for responding. I really appreciate it.💝🌸

Mimi NY · ‎08-05-2018

For peace of mind just get back to your ENT doctor ,that would be better then finding yourself next turning to Dr.Google as so many do in today's world. Hoping it was just talking too much.

Kachina624 · ‎03-10-2010

@cheriere. Take good care of yourself. Nobody will do it for you.

New Mexico☀️Land Of Enchantment

tansy · ‎01-02-2011

You should check it out, @cheriere.

Just an aside, my voice permanently changed when my thyroid was removed. It's not drastic but noticeable to those close to me and talking tires me out

cheriere · ‎12-01-2023

@tansy wrote:
You should check it out, @cheriere.

Just an aside, my voice permanently changed when my thyroid was removed. It's not drastic but noticeable to those close to me and talking tires me out

Thanks, I think I've got to make an appointment. This happens way too easily. Just talking to the hairdresser and my mom for a few hours and it's just gone. It happens all the time too.🌸

rockygems123 · ‎06-04-2012

@cheriere wrote:
@Kachina624

I hadn't really thought about them being cancerous, but I guess you're right. I'd mentioned this to my regular dr, but all she run was a scan of my thyroid. I think because I've lost so much weight.
I always hate seeing the ENT, but I haven't been in so long I'm sure I need to.
Thanks for responding. I really appreciate it.💝🌸

@cheriere, @Kachina624 said what I was thinking.

My 53yr old hairdresser talks a lot, was an 80's singer, has had a raspy voice.

His voice got to be a whisper and forced him to go in finally and have his polyps removed.

He is being treated for cancer and will return to the salon first part of May hopefully.

Relating such a thing is scary but please go in to your docs sooner than later.