Can Sjogren's Affect Your Voice?

Protect Your Voice

People with Sjögren's syndrome can develop hoarseness if their vocal cords become inflamed as part of the disease or become irritated from throat dryness or coughing. To prevent further strain on your vocal cords, try not to clear your throat before speaking.

Can sjogrens cause throat issues?

You may experience dryness in your nose or throat or on your skin. Sjögren's syndrome can also affect the joints, lungs, kidneys, blood vessels, digestive organs and nerves, causing symptoms such as: Swollen glands, specifically behind the jaw and in front of the ears. Joint pain, swelling or stiffness.

What autoimmune disease causes voice loss?

Auto-immune disorders that can potentially cause laryngitis (albeit infrequently) include rheumatoid arthritis, lupus erythematosus, Wegener's granulomatosis, and combined auto-immune disorder.