Common Voice Disorders

Hoarseness of Voice

• Rough, strained, or breathy voice
• Common in teachers, singers, and public speakers
• Needs evaluation by laryngoscopy to check proper movement of vocal folds and diagnose any lesions of the vocal cords

Vocal Cord Nodules & Polyps

• Benign growths caused by voice overuse or misuse
• Can affect voice clarity and strength

Laryngitis

• Inflammation of the vocal folds due to infection, irritation, or reflux

Vocal Cord Paralysis

• Reduced or absent movement of vocal cords
• May lead to weak voice or breathing difficulty

Voice Disorders due to Acid Reflux (LPR)

• Irritation caused by stomach acid reaching the throat
• Associated with throat clearing and chronic cough

When Should You See an ENT Specialist?

• Any hoarseness lasting more than 2 weeks needs to be evaluated by laryngoscopy
• Voice fatigue or strain
• Difficulty speaking or reduced voice strength
• Pain while speaking
• Persistent throat clearing or chronic cough

Diagnostic Evaluation

We perform laryngoscopy evaluation for voice disorders at Sahawas ENT Clinic. It is a painless procedure in which a small angled endoscope is used to visualise the vocal folds and lower half of the throat.

Treatment Options

1. Medical Management

• Treatment of infections and inflammation
• Anti-reflux medications
• Voice rest and hydration

2. Voice Therapy

• Specialized exercises to improve voice quality
• Particularly effective for nodules and voice misuse

3. Lifestyle Modifications

• Avoid smoking and irritants
• Maintain proper hydration
• Manage acid reflux and vocal strain

4. Microlaryngeal Surgery

Microlaryngeal surgery is a minimally invasive, highly precise procedure used to treat lesions of the vocal folds by using specialised tools under a microscope.

Indications for Surgery

• Vocal cord polyps or cysts
• Benign and early malignant lesions
• Suspicious growths requiring biopsy

Benefits

• Scarless procedure
• High precision with minimal damage to normal tissue
• Faster recovery
• Preservation and improvement of voice quality

Recovery & Aftercare

• Usually a day-care procedure or short hospital stay of 1-2 days
• Temporary voice rest  followed by gradual return to normal speaking
• Voice therapy

Our Approach

We focus on early diagnosis, patient education, and evidence based treatment. Whether your condition requires medical therapy, voice training, or advanced microlaryngeal surgery, our goal is to restore your voice safely and effectively.