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Does Acid Reflux Cause Permanent Damage To The Vocal Chords?

I have been really sick over the last month. I am usually up and going everywhere and doing everything, but I got some kind of virus, and I lost my voice. They didn t figure that out, but i was told by throat specialist that i had acid reflux and permanent damage to my vocal chords. Seeing a speech therapist soon. But i have been diagnosed with pre-diabetes type 2 (right on the borderline), but the last two days at around 4 i just hit like a wall and I am exhausted and barely can get myself to the car. I have cold chills for about 2 hours and i wrap myself in a comforter. then i am hot. and exhausted. I and 54 and overweight seriously overweight. I used to be a runner and athlete with scholarship to college to run, i am a mess right now. I was really scared today because the same thing happened to me today. I got chills at work and went home and had them for about 2 hours. i still have problems with my throat too.
Thu, 26 Dec 2019
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Hello,

Long term acid reflex cause minor inflammation on the vocal cord and voice changes and hoarseness of the voice can happen. Continue antacids like omeprazole and avoid spicy foods. Sleeping In a slightly head up position can also be useful.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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Does Acid Reflux Cause Permanent Damage To The Vocal Chords?

Hello, Long term acid reflex cause minor inflammation on the vocal cord and voice changes and hoarseness of the voice can happen. Continue antacids like omeprazole and avoid spicy foods. Sleeping In a slightly head up position can also be useful. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician