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Leland, NC

my voice sounds like a sore throat but i feel fine. just no voice now

September 29
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A MyLupusTeam Member

My voice changes a lot and has for quite awhile

September 29
A MyLupusTeam Member

I have experienced this at times, Jeri. I have both lupus and Sjogren's, which contribute to it. Allergies and acid reflux can be factors, too. You can talk to your doctor about what might be causing it for you and have it treated.

Voice rest helps, and avoiding whispering is key, since it strains the vocal cords more than normal speech.

October 1
A MyLupusTeam Member

Yes i experience laryngitis at least once a year ususlly in late fall or winter, ive been told that lupus has attacked my vocal , i cant be heard most of the time, and i really canr be heard qhen I loose my voice completely. They tell one day i wont have a voice i juat hope that day is not anytime soon. I cant speak through the diaphragm anymore, i’ll keep tou in my prayers but i so understand,

October 1
A MyLupusTeam Member

I haven't experienced that yet.

September 29
MyLupusTeam

Yes, voice changes are actually more common with lupus than many people realize! Losing your voice or sounding hoarse can definitely be lupus-related, even when you otherwise feel fine.

There are a few reasons this can happen:

- Joint inflammation – There's a tiny joint in your throat (the cricoarytenoid joint) that controls Show Full Answer

Yes, voice changes are actually more common with lupus than many people realize! Losing your voice or sounding hoarse can definitely be lupus-related, even when you otherwise feel fine.

There are a few reasons this can happen:

- Joint inflammation – There's a tiny joint in your throat (the cricoarytenoid joint) that controls your vocal cords. Lupus can inflame it just like any other joint, causing hoarseness or voice loss.
- Tissue damage – Lupus-related inflammation can affect the tissues around your vocal cords over time.
- Acid reflux (GERD) – Very common with lupus, and it can irritate your throat and voice box without causing obvious heartburn.
- Dryness – If Sjögren's is a factor for you, dryness in the throat can affect your voice significantly. A MyLupusTeam member shared something similar: "My voice goes sometimes, and when I get fatigued, my tongue feels heavy and I have difficulty talking."

Since voice changes can have different causes, it's worth mentioning this to your rheumatologist or doctor so they can figure out what's driving it and suggest the right treatment. 🗣️

September 29

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