Allergic Laryngitis is a condition characterized by hoarseness and may affect both the upper and lower airways. Mucus protects your vocal cords but Antihistamines cause your body's mucus to dry up which causes irritation and swelling. Although this helps relieve congestion, it also dries up the mucus layer that protects your vocal cords. Symptoms of laryngitis are not specific and include hoarseness, clearing of the throat, cough, a dry and scratchy throat, sneeze, excess mucus and globus sensation.
How Can Allergies Affect My Voice?
Allergies can affect your voice in several ways; they can even cause you to lose your voice. Allergies can irritate and enflame the vocal cords, which can cause hoarseness. Also the congestion from a stuffed nose can make it difficult to breathe easily. If your vocal cords are dry, nose is stuffed then it can make your voice raspy.
