HI ChelcyD! I am so sorry you are dealing with voice loss. Unfortunately, this isn't a totally unusual symptom in the RA community.
One of our contributors discusses her experience with vocal issues here -- https://rheumatoidarthritis.net/living/a-hoarse-of-a-different-color/comment-page-1/#comments. The member comments following the article testify to the fact that quite a few of our community members have dealt with this issue.
Here is a snippet of information from our site about RA inflammation and how it can affect the voice -- "Learn more neck & cervical pain
Cricoarytenoid joint. The cricoarytenoid joint (also called the larynx joint) is a joint located near the windpipe. About one-third of patients with RA experience inflammation of this joint, resulting in difficulty breathing and hoarseness of the voice."
I do hope you hear from some of our members that can offer some insight as well.
Thanks for reaching out and good luck getting your voice back!
Best, Erin, RheumatoidArthritis.net Team member.