In this video Christella Antoni explains why voice problems are common after partial or full thyroidectomy for enlargement, cysts, or thyroid cancer, focusing on how surgery near the laryngeal nerve can cause bruising, partial injury, or severing that may lead to hoarseness and, in severe cases, one-sided vocal cord paralysis. Christella also highlights the importance of voice therapy within a few weeks of surgery to help ensure vocal recovery.
00:00 Voice Issues After Thyroid Surgery
00:15 Why Thyroids Get Removed
00:59 How Nerves Get Affected
01:52 Why Patients Feel Unprepared
02:57 Vocal Cord Paralysis Explained
03:47 Treatment Options After Surgery
04:31 Start Voice Therapy Early
05:43 Avoid Strain And Compensation
06:30 When Surgery Is Still Needed
06:55 Don’t Wait Seek Help
07:29 Outro