Lifestyle and home remedies
- Breathe moist air. Use a humidifier to keep the air throughout your home or office moist.
- Rest your voice as much as possible.
- Drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration (avoid alcohol and caffeine).
- Moisten your throat.
- Avoid decongestants.
- Avoid whispering.
18 May 2018
How can I get my voice back quickly?
15 home remedies to recover your voice
- Rest your voice. The best thing you can do for your irritated vocal cords is to give them a break.
- Don’t whisper.
- Use OTC pain relievers.
- Avoid decongestants.
- Talk to a doctor about medication.
- Drink plenty of liquids.
- Drink warm liquids.
- Gargle with salt water.
21 Aug 2018
How long does it take to get your voice back?
A typical viral laryngitis gets worse over 2-3 days. It then eases and goes, usually within a week. However, you may have a croaky voice for a week or so even after the other symptoms have gone. This is because the inflammation of the vocal cords may take a while to settle after the virus has gone.20 Jul 2018
What causes loss of voice?
Causes
- Laryngitis —caused by a viral, bacterial, or fungal infection.
- Vocal abuse—yelling or talking excessively.
- Exposure to airborne irritants, such as smoke or air pollution.
- Acid reflux from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
- Thickening of the vocal chords.
- Nodules or polyps on the vocal chords.