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Can Hoarseness Be A Result Of Whiplash?
Question: Can hoarseness be a result of whiplash? I was in auto accident on Monday , that night voice problems since 7 days now. Was told I have been firmed with whiplash. I have been successfully for abductor spastic dysphonia.
Brief Answer:
possible but uncommon
Detailed Answer:
Hello. I have been through your question and understand your concern.
It is possible to have hoarseness due to whiplash or neck strain, even though it is very uncommon. Still, the best exam to rule out any cranial nerve involved with the speech in this case, is the MRI of the neck. This would better explain if the dysphonia is related to the X cranial nerve (which innervates the vocal cords) or not.
Afyer the Xray I recommend a cervical MRI.
Hope this helps. Please feel free for further questions.
possible but uncommon
Detailed Answer:
Hello. I have been through your question and understand your concern.
It is possible to have hoarseness due to whiplash or neck strain, even though it is very uncommon. Still, the best exam to rule out any cranial nerve involved with the speech in this case, is the MRI of the neck. This would better explain if the dysphonia is related to the X cranial nerve (which innervates the vocal cords) or not.
Afyer the Xray I recommend a cervical MRI.
Hope this helps. Please feel free for further questions.
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