Aging voice
Changes in voice with aging are common but not inevitable. Staying physically fit, with good aerobic capacity, keeps air moving past the vocal cords and may lessen changes in voice. You should drink plenty of water and ask your doctor if any of your medications could affect your voice (asthma inhalers are a common culprit). Finally, a voice therapist may be able to retrain and strengthen your speaking voice.
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