[Voice disorder in children : what can be done ?]

A child having a hoarse, raspy or broken voice, is not normal. Child voice problems are too often ignored and neglected. Such problem should be treated as quickly as possible, as they have important academic and social consequences and significant implications for the choice of their future adult life. The problem must be solved before adolescence, because many professions and activities are not accessible to dysphonic children. Our society gives a lot of importance to the voice, but curiously without having sufficient knowledge of vocal hygiene. Information and awareness among doctors and parents is paramount so that school-aged children can benefit from adequate treatment.