An otolaryngologist and autoneurologist explained that high flu activity and rapid spread through the body, or non-surgical treatment, can lead to voice loss. This observation has been reported by URA.RU. The physician notes that voice loss is possible with any viral infection, especially when inflammation travels from the upper respiratory tract, including the nose and throat, to the vocal cords. This chain reaction occurs as the virus remains highly active and moves quickly through the body.
The expert stresses that late initiation of treatment can worsen the situation. In such cases, the virus travels through the respiratory system along progressively deeper routes, increasing the likelihood of hoarseness as the infection involves the throat and laryngeal tissues. The current flu strain is described as very aggressive and highly contagious, which can intensify symptoms and speed up their onset. These factors together raise the risk of temporary voice impairment for those facing influenza and related illnesses.
A former director at the Epidemiology and Microbiology Research Center named after VI. NF Gamalei identified hoarseness and voice change as characteristic symptoms associated with influenza B. He pointed out that influenza B symptoms resemble those of other respiratory infections: the illness typically begins with inflammation in the nasopharynx and then progresses to the bronchi and lungs, potentially leading to coughing and breathing discomfort. This progression helps explain why voice changes may appear as part of the broader clinical picture, especially when the infection reaches the upper and lower airways and causes swelling and irritation of the vocal apparatus.