Will Vocal Cord Surgery Affect My Speaking?Throat Infection
2 months ago
I am a teacher and my voice is my livelihood. Recently, doctors found a polyp on my vocal cord and suggested throat surgery. My biggest fear is losing my voice or not being able to speak clearly after the procedure. Is it common for people to fully regain their natural voice after such surgeries, or is there always some lasting change?
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Vocal cord polyp removal is delicate, but with experienced surgeons, the majority of patients regain their natural voice. Temporary hoarseness or weak voice is expected in the first few days or weeks after surgery, and voice therapy is critical during recovery. Teachers, singers, or other voice professionals often return to their previous level of speech clarity if they follow post-operative care and therapy carefully. Permanent changes are rare when surgery is done correctly, though minor variations in tone can happen if the cords were heavily strained before surgery. Most patients are pleasantly surprised at how well their voice recovers with patience and guided rehabilitation.
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