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  2. Vocal cord nodule - Wikipedia

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    Vocal cord nodules are bilaterally symmetrical benign white masses that form at the midpoint of the vocal folds. [1] Although diagnosis involves a physical examination of the head and neck , as well as perceptual voice measures, visualization of the vocal nodules via laryngeal endoscopy remains the primary diagnostic method.

  3. Reinke's edema - Wikipedia

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    Reinke's edema is the swelling of the vocal cords due to fluid collected within the Reinke's space. [2] First identified by the German anatomist Friedrich B. Reinke in 1895, the Reinke's space is a gelatinous layer of the vocal cord located underneath the outer cells of the vocal cord.

  4. Muscle tension dysphonia - Wikipedia

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    Stroboscopy allows the visualization of vocal cord movement, which vibrate too quickly for human eye to perceive. [15] When assessing the vocal cords, the most common finding in MTD is a posterior glottic gap. [2] Other findings include increased movement of the vocal folds towards one another, and changes in the angles of the vocal fold ...

  5. Contact granuloma - Wikipedia

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    Signs and symptoms may include hoarseness of the voice, or a sensation of having a lump in the throat, but contact granulomas may also be without symptoms. [3] There are two common causes associated with contact granulomas; the first common cause is sustained periods of increased pressure on the vocal folds, and is commonly seen in people who ...

  6. Vocal cord paresis - Wikipedia

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    Vocal cord paresis, also known as recurrent laryngeal nerve paralysis or vocal fold paralysis, is an injury to one or both recurrent laryngeal nerves (RLNs), which control all intrinsic muscles of the larynx except for the cricothyroid muscle. The RLN is important for speaking, breathing and swallowing.

  7. Kimberly Williams-Paisley Was Awake During 3-Hour ... - AOL

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    The 'Father of the Bride' actress lost her ability to speak for two years before undergoing a laryngoplasty to fix her vocal cord Kimberly Williams-Paisley Was Awake During 3-Hour Surgery to Help ...

  8. Vocal cord dysfunction - Wikipedia

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    Vocal cord dysfunction (VCD) is a condition affecting the vocal cords. [1] It is characterized by abnormal closure of the vocal folds, which can result in significant difficulties and distress during breathing, particularly during inhalation. [1] Due to the similarity in symptoms, VCD attacks are often mistaken for asthma attacks or laryngospasms.

  9. Edward James Olmos Reveals Throat Cancer Diagnosis: 'We're ...

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    Edward James Olmos is recalling the harrowing experience of battling throat cancer. The legendary actor spoke about it publicly for the first time with Mando Fresko on the Mando & Friends podcast ...