[Fr. William Lugger]

Hi I'm new to the community...after Pain for five year...PT and multiple pain injections...pain free for 2 years now pain is back. MRI show increase in bone spurs and a ACDF is scheduled for Thursday after Easter. My main concern is my voice...I sing, preach and talk for a living....how long did your raspy-ness last...throat problems?..swallowing?..thanks...Bill

[MooseasaurusRex]

Not familiar enough with your symptons to offer any advice, partner.
But I can give you a moose-sized thread bump to try to draw more attention to your questions.

Oh, nearly forgot... one big, warm, tight, hug, handshake and howdy, moose-size official type welcome to the site. This place is amazing! We're like a shopping mall that, literally, has everything. Check out some of the medical dictionary and other related links we have. And kep in mind;

You are not alone.
You are one of us.
And we are here to help.