She is over 70 yrs.
2006-09-04 19:58:05 · 6 answers · asked by Thomas S 1 in Health ➔ Other - Health
It could be. Hoarseness is a symptom of cancer. My mom died of lung and bone cancer a year ago, and one of the first symptoms was hoarseness. Especially if you're mom smokes (or used to) or if the hoarseness continues for more than a week, please have her see a doctor as soon as possible.
2006-09-04 20:01:10 · answer #1 · answered by Perplexed Music Lover 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no, it happens to me a lot, its usually just a mild virus, like a cold. if it doesn't get better in a few days, or she develops a fever or sore throat, take her to the doctor. until then encourage her to drink warm liquids its probably just a mucus build up on her vocal cords
2006-09-05 03:14:50 · answer #2 · answered by judy_r8 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
there may be nothing much we can do, but go and check her throat from an ENT specialist. Her voice box might be having some problem...
2006-09-05 03:04:45 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes it is worrisome
you worry about nerve problems
you worry the thyroid gland is enlarged
it doesn't have to be painful
especially if she was a smoker, take her to a doctor.
2006-09-05 03:00:33 · answer #4 · answered by PreviouslyChap 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
probably not it might be strip throut go to the doc anyways
2006-09-05 03:25:48 · answer #5 · answered by chris 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
throat cancer, you should take her to the doctor.
2006-09-05 03:00:26 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋