My voice is getting more raspy so the time and softer. My pore daughter is hearing impaired and now has to ask me to speak up more than ever. I'm not sure of my level. I was diagnosed last year but seems to be going fast.
March 7, 2025
I started having a soft voice about 4-5 years after my diagnosis and has been getting progressively more couple of years.
March 2, 2025
Parkinson's disease commonly affects speech through a condition called dysarthria, which impacts the muscles that control speech. This typically results in a quiet, raspy, or low-volume voice. People may speak more slowly, slur their words, or have a monotone voice. Some individuals might not even realize they're speaking Show Full Answer
Parkinson's disease commonly affects speech through a condition called dysarthria, which impacts the muscles that control speech. This typically results in a quiet, raspy, or low-volume voice. People may speak more slowly, slur their words, or have a monotone voice. Some individuals might not even realize they're speaking quietly, as Parkinson's can affect their perception of their own voice volume.
The condition can present in two ways: hypokinetic dysarthria (caused by muscle weakness) and hyperkinetic dysarthria (caused by involuntary movements from long-term levodopa treatment). Some people may experience both types, resulting in uneven speech patterns. Speech changes typically occur in the later stages of Parkinson's disease. Studies indicate that 75 to 90 percent of people with Parkinson's will develop some form of dysarthria. These voice changes usually appear before swallowing problems develop. The good news is that working with a speech-language pathologist can help manage these symptoms through various exercises and communication devices.
March 1, 2025
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