Parkinson’s disease, a progressive neurological disorder, usually known for its effects on movement – consider issues of shock, slowness, rigidity and balance. Globally, affecting more than 10 million people, Parkinson’s occurs when some nerve cells in the brain stop production of dopamine, an important neurotransmitter is responsible for smooth, coordinated muscle movement. But many people here do not know – before the hands are trembling or steps slow down, Parkinson’s can already be heard through your voice. Yes you read

“The disease often starts quietly, almost invisible,” Dr. Aditya Gupta, Director- Neurosurgery and Cybernife, Artemis Hospital Gurugram explains. “In fact, subtle changes in speech and voice – such as low volume, monotony, or rosy – can be some of the first symptoms of Parkinson’s, sometimes more clear motor appears before motor signals.”

Voice as a clue

Parkinson’s affects Moriya Nigra, which is a part of the brain that produces dopamine. As it reduces dopamine supply, it has the ability to coordinate the activities of the brain muscles – which includes those responsible for speech.

“One of the initial signs is hypophone, where the person’s voice becomes unusually softened,” Dr. Says Gupta. “What is difficult that most people do not even notice it. They feel that they are speaking in their normal quantity, but others start asking them to repeat themselves or speak loudly.”

These changes may include:

A soft or breath sound.

Lack of emotion.

Slurd or Harid Speech (also known as Festive Speech).

Hors or vocal fatigue.

Why do these signs miss

Since these symptoms can develop gradually, they are often done incorrectly for aging, a cold or fatigue. The affected person can remain unknown, because their perception of how the sound becomes oblique.

“The internal reaction loop of the brain is compromised,” Dr. Gupta says. “So one can think with Parkinson’s that they are just speaking right, even when they are barely audible to others.”

Usually, it is the people around them- souls, children, colleagues- who raise the first change. “If many people keep saying, ‘You are soft’ or ‘your voice seems different,’ it’s time to pay attention,” he says.

Why initial identity matters

While Parkinson’s disease is currently no cure, early diagnosis can make a huge difference between managing symptoms and maintaining quality of life. It is first caught, treatment such as medicine, physiotherapy and speech therapy may begin.

“Voice changes can actually serve as an initial biomarker,” Dr. Says Gupta. “If identified early, we can intervene rapidly, which helps to preserve functionality for a long time.”

Research is running to use AI Voice Analysis tools, which is based on the subtle vocal changes of Parkinson, even on the phone – how powerful a clinical equipment can be.

Changes in voice and speech

Speech-language therapy is a frontline treatment for voice issues in Parkinson’s. “Through structured vocal exercises, doctors help improve emphasis, clarity and articulation,” Dr. Gupta says. A popular approach is LSVT loud, a therapy designed for people with particularly Parkinson’s perception to re -tell their perception to how loud they should speak.

Here are some self-help tips. Gupta has been recommended:

Read loudly daily to maintain vocal power.

Be socially active to use your voice regularly.

Avoid whisper, which stresses the vocal cords.

Stay well hydrated and maintain a good posture.

Practice deep breathing to support vocal production.

Do not ignore whisper

So take this World Parkins’ day, take a moment to tune – not only for visual symptoms, but also for subtle changes in anything. If your voice, or someone you care about, has changed without clarification, then it is worth discovering further.

Dr. Gupta said, “As it seems subtle, this soft or dull voice may be the initial SOS of your brain.” “The sooner we hear it, the better we can answer – and it can change the entire journey with Parkinson’s.”

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