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Losing your voice or feeling hoarse can be surprisingly stressful — especially when your work or daily routine depends on clear communication. An Indian survey found that 1 in 3 adults experience voice problems every year, yet most delay visiting a doctor because they are unsure what tests are involved.

If you’ve ever taken a sip of icy water and immediately felt your throat tighten, you’re definitely not imagining it. People who rely heavily on their voice—singers, teachers, influencers, call-center professionals—often ask the same question: “Is cold water bad for my voice?”The internet is full of confusing answers. Some say

“Most people come to me saying, ‘Doctor, my voice has become rough… maybe it’s just smoking.’ But I remind them — in India, nearly 1 in 4 smokers develops early vocal cord damage, and almost 70% ignore the warning signs for years,” says Dr. Shama Kovale. Hoarseness that lasts more

“Almost every week, a patient tells me, ‘Doctor, my voice has been hoarse for a while… but I thought it would go away on its own.’ But in India, nearly 40% of adults experience hoarseness at some point — and many ignore it far longer than they should,” says Dr.

Why Does My Throat Feel Blocked Even When Nothing Is There? Many people suddenly feel a lump, tightness, or pressure in the throat — even though they can swallow food and water normally. This strange, uneasy sensation is called Globus. For some, it appears during stress; for others, it starts

Constant throat clearing is one of the most overlooked symptoms in ENT practice. Many people think it’s “just a habit,” but when it continues for weeks or months, it usually means the throat, nose, or vocal cords are irritated. “It’s almost always a sign of something deeper,” explains Dr. Shama