What is muscle tension dysphonia?
Muscle tension dysphonia is characterized by difficulty speaking and hoarseness. It is caused by hyperfunctioning of the muscles involved in the production of voice and an imbalance of tension in the muscles. Vocal therapy can be beneficial.
How do members experience muscle tension dysphonia?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with muscle tension dysphonia*
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Common symptom
Anxious mood
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Pain
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*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for muscle tension dysphonia*
Who has muscle tension dysphonia on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 3 | |
| 30s | 12 | |
| 40s | 14 | |
| 50s | 18 | |
| 60s | 11 | |
| 70+ | 9 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 18 | |
| Female | 44 |