Sore throat, difficulty in speaking - Online Doctor Chats

User :   I had a bad sore throat, and about three days ago, on Saturday afternoon, I lost my voice. I am barely able to talk, and am only able to whisper. I try to refrain from talking as much as possible, but what else can I do to get my voice back. I have graduation this Saturday, and would like to be able to speak somewhat. Thank you.
Doctor :   Hi
Doctor :   let me read
User :   ok
Doctor :   are you on any medications ?
User :   no i am not
Doctor :   do you still have pain while swallowing ?
User :   no, not anymore
Doctor :   fever
User :   i can swallow fine
User :   no fever
Doctor :   ok
Doctor :   take steam inhalation
Doctor :   give voice rest
Doctor :   take tab advil cold for the next 3 days three times a day
User :   is that the liquid form, and is it ok if i have tylenol b/c thats whath i have now
Doctor :   you can take tylenol

Doctor :   voice rest and steam inhalation is important for the voice recover
User :   ok thank u
User :   how long should I inhale the steam for
Doctor :   5 minutes a day for the next three days
User :   ok