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Does Quitting Smoking Cause Hoarse Voice?
Hello. I gave up smoking five days ago and have some concerns about my voice. I seem to be going hoarse during conversation. I was wondering if this might be to do with quitting smoking and how long will it last? I drank a fairly sizeable amount of coffee today also (6 mugs approx) and very little/no water. Thanks for your help.
Sat, 11 Jan 2014
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Smoking can cause throat irritation and hoarseness but smoking cessation is not normally known to cause this.
The other causes are : viral infection such as the common cold or flu, allergies, overuse of the voice.
If you rest your voice, drink a lot of fluids this should help.
In some persons a humidifier is also useful.
I hope this helps
Smoking can cause throat irritation and hoarseness but smoking cessation is not normally known to cause this.
The other causes are : viral infection such as the common cold or flu, allergies, overuse of the voice.
If you rest your voice, drink a lot of fluids this should help.
In some persons a humidifier is also useful.
I hope this helps
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