Why is my voice getting more raspy as I get older? Understanding age-related vocal changes
Over 30% of adults aged 65 and older report having a voice problem, a condition known as presbyphonia or "aging voice." If you're finding yourself asking, "Why is my voice getting more raspy as I get older?", you're experiencing a common, yet often manageable, part of the natural aging process that affects the vocal cords and surrounding muscles.