Voice Disorders

Voice Disorders Treatment in Charlotte, NC

When your voice isn’t clear or reliable, everyday communication can become challenging. Voice disorders can interfere with work, social interactions, hobbies, and professional speaking or singing engagements. At CEENTA, our fellowship-trained voice and swallowing specialists provide advanced diagnosis and personalized treatment for a wide range of voice disorders in Charlotte, NC.

1. What is a voice disorder?
2. What are common types of voice disorders?
3. What are typical symptoms of a voice disorder?
4. Vocal care in Charlotte, NC

Call 704-295-3000 to Schedule a Voice Evaluation

What is a voice disorder?

A voice disorder, often referred to as dysphonia, occurs when the voice sounds abnormal, tires easily, or causes discomfort with use. Individuals may experience hoarseness, vocal fatigue, frequent voice loss, or pain when speaking.

Voice disorders can result from:

• Neurological conditions
• Vocal fold paralysis or weakness
• Acid reflux (laryngopharyngeal reflux)
• Vocal misuse or overuse
• Inflammation, lesions, or structural changes in the larynx

Early evaluation is essential to prevent long-term voice damage and restore healthy vocal function.

What are common types of voice disorders?

CEENTA treats a full spectrum of voice and airway conditions, including:

Inflammatory & Structural Conditions

• Laryngitis – Inflammation of the voice box causing hoarseness, voice loss, or throat pain
• Vocal Fold Lesions – Nodules, polyps, or cysts that disrupt vibration of the vocal cords
• Hyperkeratosis / Leukoplakia – Thick white patches on the vocal folds; considered pre-cancerous

Reflux-Related Disorders

• Laryngopharyngeal Reflux (LPR) – Acid reflux affecting the throat and voice box

Neurological & Functional Disorders

• Spasmodic Dysphonia (SD) – A neurological condition causing involuntary vocal fold spasms
• Muscle Tension Dysphonia – Excessive muscle tension in and around the larynx
• Dysarthria – Speech impairment from neurological weakness affecting speech muscles

Growths & Lesions

• Contact Ulcers / Granulomas – Tissue irritation at the back of the larynx often linked to voice overuse
• Laryngeal Papilloma – HPV-related growths on the larynx

Airway & Breathing-Related Conditions

• Vocal Fold Paralysis or Paresis – Partial or total immobility of one or both vocal folds
• Shortness of Breath – May be related to irritable larynx, COPD, asthma, or disordered breathing
• Hyperventilation Syndrome – Rapid or deep breathing with physical or psychological causes

Cancer & Surgical Conditions

• Laryngeal Cancer – Malignant growths of the voice box, commonly linked to smoking or alcohol use
• Laryngectomy – Surgical removal of the larynx

Resonance Disorders

• Hypernasality / Hyponasality – Excessive or reduced nasal airflow during speech

What are typical symptoms of a voice disorder?

Common symptoms of voice disorders may include?

• Hoarse voice
• Weak voice
• Discomfort with speaking
• Chronic sore throat
• Chronic cough
• Sensation of something in the throat
• Vocal fatigue
• Pitch breaks
• Loss of singing range/quality
• Difficulty with breath control/shortness of breath during speech, singing, or exercise

Scheduling your vocal care appointment at CEENTA

CEENTA has voice & swallowing specialists and fellowship-trained laryngologists who are trained in the most up-to-date diagnosis techniques and treatment options.

Call 704-295-3000 to Schedule a Voice Evaluation