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Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation, Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Aortic Aneurysm

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7 years ago (February 25, 2019)

Has anyone lost their voice after their operation? I've been recovering now for about 9 weeks and my voice sounds like I should sing the blues or jazz. The docs and rehab people all say it's normal. Just wondering on how long it took others to get their voices back... Read more.

Marie Myers

The problem you are having is probably due to the endotracheal tube used during surgery. It is a breathing tube that goes between your vocal cords to deliver oxygen during the beginning and end of cardiac surgery. (During the middle part of surgery, you are being oxygenated by the heart-lung... Read more.

Steve Farthing

FYI - They may or may not use a camera when they insert that tube.

Mabel Juric

Bruce, I am still hearing my voice a little different, totally normal

Bruce Adams

I had a few complications during my surgery and had about 4 different tubes down my throat and nose for about 5 days. I was told it will get better (and it did) but now seems to not be improving very much.

Fay Kozas

Try to be patient. It might take a while, especially since you had so many tubes down your throat. And, try not to use your voice as much so that the vocal cords can get stronger. Good luck!