I'm really struggling with puberphonia and I'm 18 years old. It's hard because my voice hasn't broken yet, and it sounds really childish. For the past three years, I've had a lot of issues because of it. All my friends have these deeper, low-pitch, masculine voices but mine isn't like that, and it's making me really worried about my future. I've seen three ENT specialists, and they've all said it's puberphonia, but they also mentioned it's completely curable with voice therapy. I've tried working with two different speech therapists for two weeks each, practicing everything they suggested daily, but there's been no change. My voice is still the same. What can I do to get a deeper, masculine voice soon?

Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

General Practitioner

• MBBS
• 6+ Yrs

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Dizziness and Acute Acidity: Possible Connections and Treatment Options_

Given your symptoms, here's a summary of possible causes and treatment options:

Possible Causes of Dizziness:

1. Acidity and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD): Stomach acid flowing up into the throat can cause dizziness, lightheadedness, and vertigo.
2. Neck Problems: Cervical spine issues, such as herniated discs, spinal stenosis, or poor posture, can cause dizziness, vertigo, and imbalance.
3. Other Possible Causes: Inner ear problems, migraines, dehydration, and certain medications can also contribute to dizziness.

Treatment Options:

1. Acidity Management: To alleviate acidity-related dizziness:
   • Avoid trigger foods (e.g., citrus fruits, tomatoes, chocolate)
   • Eat smaller, more frequent meals
   • Raise the head of your bed by 6-8 inches
   • Consider antacids, acid reducers, or proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) as prescribed by your doctor
2. Neck Problem Management: To address neck-related dizziness:
   • Practice good posture and ergonomics
   • Engage in exercises that strengthen neck muscles (e.g., shoulder rolls, neck stretches)
   • Consider physical therapy or chiropractic care to address underlying neck issues
3. Other Treatment Options: Depending on the underlying cause, your doctor may recommend other treatments, such as:
   • Vestibular rehabilitation therapy (VRT) for inner ear-related dizziness
   • Medications for migraines or other conditions
   • Lifestyle modifications to address dehydration, stress, or other contributing factors

Answered 04/07/2025