Sudden loss of voice may be due to acute laryngitis caused by pathogenic microbial infection, excessive use of voice, allergic reactions and other factors.
It may also be triggered by alcohol and tobacco stimulation, cold, fatigue, lowered body resistance, inhalation of harmful gases (e.g., chlorine, ammonia, etc.), dust, or excessive use of alcohol and tobacco. General treatment and medication can be taken to improve the symptoms according to the cause and degree of the disease.
1. Voice control: minimize speech and rest the vocal cords.
2. Nebulizing inhalation: glucocorticoid drugs such as budesonide suspension can be nebulized and inhaled.
3. Drug therapy: If the condition is serious and there is bacterial infection, antibiotics and glucocorticoids can be applied systemically.
(1) For viral infection caused by acute laryngitis in the general treatment based on the application of antiviral drugs can be, such as ribavirin, antiviral oral solution, etc.; and secondary bacterial infection of acute laryngitis should be given antibiotic drugs orally or by injection, such as amoxicillin, cefuroxime, etc., to control the inflammation in a timely manner.
(2) The vocal folds are obviously congested and swollen, and glucocorticosteroids can be applied orally or intravenously, such as prednisone and dexamethasone, to rapidly eliminate the laryngeal mucosal edema and reduce the degree of hoarseness.
4. General treatment: patients with acute laryngitis should ensure adequate sleep and rest, and adjust the physical state.
There are many reasons for the sudden loss of voice, and it is recommended that patients identify the cause of the disease and follow the doctor’s instructions to standardize the use of medication and treatment.