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	= ~~Hoarseness (Dysphonia)~~ =		{{SI}}
			{{Infobox medical condition
	[[File:~~Human Larynx Model~~ (50692886813).jpg\|thumb\|~~Anatomical illustration~~ of the human larynx, ~~related to hoarseness.~~]]		\| name = Hoarse voice
			\| image = [[File:Human_Larynx_Model_(50692886813).jpg\|thumb\|Larynx model]]
	== ~~Overview~~ ==		\| caption = Model of the human larynx
			\| field = [[Otolaryngology]]
			\| synonyms = Dysphonia
			\| symptoms = [[Hoarseness]], [[raspy voice]], [[strained voice]]
			\| complications = [[Vocal cord nodules]], [[laryngitis]]
			\| onset = Sudden or gradual
			\| duration = Varies, depending on cause
			\| causes = [[Viral infection]], [[vocal strain]], [[allergies]], [[smoking]], [[gastroesophageal reflux disease]]
			\| risks = [[Smoking]], [[excessive voice use]], [[allergies]]
			\| diagnosis = [[Laryngoscopy]], [[voice assessment]]
			\| differential = [[Laryngitis]], [[vocal cord paralysis]], [[thyroid disease]]
			\| prevention = Avoiding [[smoking]], [[hydration]], [[voice rest]]
			\| treatment = [[Voice therapy]], [[medication]], [[surgery]]
			\| prognosis = Generally good with treatment
			\| frequency = Common
			}}
	'''Hoarseness''', medically termed as '''dysphonia''', is a common voice disorder where the voice sounds breathy, raspy, strained, or exhibits changes in volume or pitch. It can be accompanied by a scratchy feeling in the throat.		'''Hoarseness''', medically termed as '''dysphonia''', is a common voice disorder where the voice sounds breathy, raspy, strained, or exhibits changes in volume or pitch. It can be accompanied by a scratchy feeling in the throat.

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	== Causes ==		== Causes ==
	Hoarseness is primarily a symptom of issues affecting the vocal folds in the larynx (voice box).		Hoarseness is primarily a symptom of issues affecting the vocal folds in the larynx (voice box).

	=== Common Causes ===		=== Common Causes ===
	* '''Laryngitis''': Often resulting from an upper respiratory infection, cold, or allergies.		* '''Laryngitis''': Often resulting from an upper respiratory infection, cold, or allergies.
	* '''Vocal Strain''': Caused by excessive yelling, prolonged talking, singing loudly, or speaking in an unnatural pitch.		* '''Vocal Strain''': Caused by excessive yelling, prolonged talking, singing loudly, or speaking in an unnatural pitch.
	* '''Environmental Factors''': Exposure to irritants like smoke or dust.		* '''Environmental Factors''': Exposure to irritants like smoke or dust.
			[[File:Depiction of a person suffering from Dysphonia (Hoarseness).png\|thumb\|left\|Close-up of vocal folds, integral to voice production.]]
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	== Symptoms and Associated Conditions ==		== Symptoms and Associated Conditions ==
	* '''Changes in Voice''': The voice may sound breathy, raspy, weaker in volume, or different in pitch.		* '''Changes in Voice''': The voice may sound breathy, raspy, weaker in volume, or different in pitch.
	* '''Throat Discomfort''': A feeling of scratchiness or unease in the throat.		* '''Throat Discomfort''': A feeling of scratchiness or unease in the throat.
	* '''Persistent Cough''': Sometimes accompanying the hoarseness.		* '''Persistent Cough''': Sometimes accompanying the hoarseness.

	=== Related Conditions ===		=== Related Conditions ===
	* [[Laryngitis]]		* [[Laryngitis]]
	* [[Vocal Fold Nodules and Polyps]]		* [[Vocal Fold Nodules and Polyps]]
	* [[Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)]]		* [[Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)]]

	== Diagnosis and Evaluation ==		== Diagnosis and Evaluation ==
	Diagnosis often involves a physical examination of the throat, voice analysis, and sometimes laryngoscopy to view the vocal cords.		Diagnosis often involves a physical examination of the throat, voice analysis, and sometimes laryngoscopy to view the vocal cords.

	== Treatment and Management ==		== Treatment and Management ==
	The primary treatment for hoarseness is resting the voice. Other treatments depend on the underlying cause and may include:		The primary treatment for hoarseness is resting the voice. Other treatments depend on the underlying cause and may include:

	* '''Voice Therapy''': Especially if caused by vocal strain.		* '''Voice Therapy''': Especially if caused by vocal strain.
	* '''Medication''': For infections or allergies.		* '''Medication''': For infections or allergies.
	* '''Lifestyle Changes''': Avoiding irritants, smoking cessation, and managing GERD.		* '''Lifestyle Changes''': Avoiding irritants, smoking cessation, and managing GERD.

	== Prevention ==		== Prevention ==
	Preventive measures include proper voice technique, avoiding vocal strain, staying hydrated, and avoiding irritants.		Preventive measures include proper voice technique, avoiding vocal strain, staying hydrated, and avoiding irritants.

	== When to Seek Medical Attention ==		== When to Seek Medical Attention ==
	Persistent hoarseness lasting more than two weeks should be evaluated by a healthcare professional to rule out more serious conditions.		Persistent hoarseness lasting more than two weeks should be evaluated by a healthcare professional to rule out more serious conditions.

	== Global Prevalence and Impact ==		== Global Prevalence and Impact ==
	Hoarseness is a common condition worldwide, affecting people of all ages. It can significantly impact quality of life, particularly for those who use their voice professionally.		Hoarseness is a common condition worldwide, affecting people of all ages. It can significantly impact quality of life, particularly for those who use their voice professionally.

	== See Also ==		== See Also ==
	* [[Vocal Health]]		* [[Vocal Health]]
	* [[Respiratory System]]		* [[Respiratory System]]
	* [[Speech-Language Pathology]]		* [[Speech-Language Pathology]]

	== References ==		== References ==
	* [https://www.enthealth.org/conditions/hoarseness/ ENT Health - Hoarseness]		* [https://www.enthealth.org/conditions/hoarseness/ ENT Health - Hoarseness]
	* [https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/laryngitis/symptoms-causes/syc-20374250 Mayo Clinic - Laryngitis]		* [https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/laryngitis/symptoms-causes/syc-20374250 Mayo Clinic - Laryngitis]
	* [https://www.asha.org/public/speech/disorders/hoarseness/ American Speech-Language-Hearing Association - Hoarseness]		* [https://www.asha.org/public/speech/disorders/hoarseness/ American Speech-Language-Hearing Association - Hoarseness]

	[[Category:Voice Disorders]]		[[Category:Voice Disorders]]
	[[Category:Respiratory System]]		[[Category:Respiratory System]]
	[[Category:Symptoms and Signs in Healthcare]]		[[Category:Symptoms and Signs in Healthcare]]

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= Hoarseness (Dysphonia) =

[[File:Human Larynx Model (50692886813).jpg|thumb|Anatomical illustration of the human larynx, related to hoarseness.]]

== Overview ==
'''Hoarseness''', medically termed as '''dysphonia''', is a common voice disorder where the voice sounds breathy, raspy, strained, or exhibits changes in volume or pitch. It can be accompanied by a scratchy feeling in the throat.

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== Causes ==
Hoarseness is primarily a symptom of issues affecting the vocal folds in the larynx (voice box).

=== Common Causes ===
* '''Laryngitis''': Often resulting from an upper respiratory infection, cold, or allergies.
* '''Vocal Strain''': Caused by excessive yelling, prolonged talking, singing loudly, or speaking in an unnatural pitch.
* '''Environmental Factors''': Exposure to irritants like smoke or dust.

[[File:Depiction of a person suffering from Dysphonia (Hoarseness).png|thumb|right|Close-up of vocal folds, integral to voice production.]]

== Symptoms and Associated Conditions ==
* '''Changes in Voice''': The voice may sound breathy, raspy, weaker in volume, or different in pitch.
* '''Throat Discomfort''': A feeling of scratchiness or unease in the throat.
* '''Persistent Cough''': Sometimes accompanying the hoarseness.

=== Related Conditions ===
* [[Laryngitis]]
* [[Vocal Fold Nodules and Polyps]]
* [[Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)]]

== Diagnosis and Evaluation ==
Diagnosis often involves a physical examination of the throat, voice analysis, and sometimes laryngoscopy to view the vocal cords.

== Treatment and Management ==
The primary treatment for hoarseness is resting the voice. Other treatments depend on the underlying cause and may include:

* '''Voice Therapy''': Especially if caused by vocal strain.
* '''Medication''': For infections or allergies.
* '''Lifestyle Changes''': Avoiding irritants, smoking cessation, and managing GERD.

== Prevention ==
Preventive measures include proper voice technique, avoiding vocal strain, staying hydrated, and avoiding irritants.

== When to Seek Medical Attention ==
Persistent hoarseness lasting more than two weeks should be evaluated by a healthcare professional to rule out more serious conditions.

== Global Prevalence and Impact ==
Hoarseness is a common condition worldwide, affecting people of all ages. It can significantly impact quality of life, particularly for those who use their voice professionally.

== See Also ==
* [[Vocal Health]]
* [[Respiratory System]]
* [[Speech-Language Pathology]]

== References ==
* [https://www.enthealth.org/conditions/hoarseness/ ENT Health - Hoarseness]
* [https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/laryngitis/symptoms-causes/syc-20374250 Mayo Clinic - Laryngitis]
* [https://www.asha.org/public/speech/disorders/hoarseness/ American Speech-Language-Hearing Association - Hoarseness]

[[Category:Voice Disorders]]
[[Category:Respiratory System]]
[[Category:Symptoms and Signs in Healthcare]]

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