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What Causes Loss Of Voice After Wisdom Tooth Extraction?
I had a (infected) wisdom tooth extraction on Feb 22; No antibiotics prescribed. Had a cold a week later. checked negative for FLU and bacterial infection. Lost voice on March 8; ENT said Laryngeal Paresis (one vocal chord); NECK CT was normal. Voice therapy no help; since then have heartburn. is on Prilosec. Still no voice.
Tue, 18 Jul 2017
Hi..
Welcome to healthcare magic.
As you mentioned you have problem of loss a voice ..
Generally any wisdom tooth extraction with proper precautions not lead to this type of symptoms...
Infection after wisdom tooth extraction may lead to many complications...
Consult your ENT specialist for further treatment.
I hope my guidance helpful to you..
Take care.
Get well soon..
Thank you.
Welcome to healthcare magic.
As you mentioned you have problem of loss a voice ..
Generally any wisdom tooth extraction with proper precautions not lead to this type of symptoms...
Infection after wisdom tooth extraction may lead to many complications...
Consult your ENT specialist for further treatment.
I hope my guidance helpful to you..
Take care.
Get well soon..
Thank you.
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