Aphony
Aphonia
Medical condition leading to loss of voice
Aphonia is defined as the inability to produce voiced sound.[1] This may result from damage, such as surgery (e.g., thyroidectomy) or a tumor.,[2] or can be a result of psychological means.
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Aphonia means "no sound.” In other words, a person with this disorder has lost their voice and is unable to communicate vocally.[3]