(R49.1) Aphonia
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Diagnosis aphonia is diagnosed Women are 5.61% more likely than Men
Men receive the diagnosis aphonia
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Women receive the diagnosis aphonia
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease aphonia - Men aged 55-59 and Women aged 50-54
Disease Features aphonia
Aphonia - what does this mean
What happens during the disease - aphonia
Clinical Pattern
How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the throat
- Laryngoscopy
- Biopsy of the vocal cords
- CT scan or MRI of the larynx
- X-ray of the larynx
- Blood tests
- Thyroid function tests
- Audiometry
- Voice analysis
Treatment and Medical Assistance
- Speech therapy
- Breathing exercises
- Vocal cord strengthening exercises
- Voice projection exercises
- Relaxation techniques
- Medication to reduce inflammation of the vocal cords
Aphonia - Prevention
Main symptoms of the disease aphonia
Voice disorder
(Ache, Pain, Discomfort, Soreness, Tenderness, Distress, Pang)
Voice disorder is a disruption in the production of speech. It can cause hoarseness, breathiness, roughness, and other changes in the quality and pitch of the voice. It can develop gradually or suddenly, and can range from mild to severe. Symptoms may include difficulty speaking, pain when speaking,...
Loss of voice
(Hoarseness, Muteness, Vocal loss, Muffled voice, Laryngitis, Loss of speech, Loss of vocalization, Sore throat, Raspy voice, Vocal cord paralysis)
Loss of voice is a symptom that can manifest as a hoarse or raspy voice, difficulty speaking, or complete loss of voice. It can develop gradually or suddenly, and can be caused by an infection, allergy, or injury. It can also be caused by overusing the voice, such as speaking for long periods of tim...
Sensation of a foreign body in the throat
A sensation of a foreign body in the throat is a common symptom experienced by many people. It is usually described as a lump, lumpy sensation, or tightness in the throat. This sensation may be accompanied by difficulty swallowing, a feeling of something stuck in the throat, or a burning sensation. ...
Weakness
Weakness is a lack of strength and energy that can range from mild to severe. It can be a symptom of a wide range of conditions, including physical and mental exhaustion, chronic illnesses, and certain medications. It can also be caused by a lack of nutrients, dehydration, or an underlying medical c...
Chills
(Shivering, Goosebumps, Feverish, Chilliness, Shuddering, Freezing, Frosty, Icy, Coldness, Numbness)
Chills are a sudden feeling of coldness accompanied by shivering and a rise in body temperature. They can be caused by exposure to cold temperatures, infections, or emotional stress. Chills typically start with a feeling of coldness and goosebumps, followed by shivering, and then a rise in body temp...