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  2. Vocal cord hemorrhage - Wikipedia

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    Vocal cord hemorrhage occurs when a blood vessel in the vocal cords ruptures, which results in leakage of blood into the superficial lamina propria and dysphonia (hoarseness). The rupture usually results from overly forceful or incorrect vocalization, and may be a one-time occurrence or occur repeatedly.

  3. 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.

  4. Vocal cords - Wikipedia

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    The human vocal cords are roughly 12 – 24 mm in length, and 3–5 mm thick. [9] Histologically, the human vocal cords are a laminated structure composed of five different layers. The vocalis muscle, main body of the vocal cords, is covered by the mucosa, which consists of the epithelium and the lamina propria. [10]

  5. Man, 27, had what doctors thought were recurring sinus ... - AOL

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    The left side of Agler’s tongue and his left vocal cord are paralyzed. Doctors also removed his soft palate during surgery. That makes Agler’s speaking voice very soft and eating difficult and ...

  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 opens up about being 'trapped ... - AOL

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    In early 2023, the Nashville actress made an appointment with the Vanderbilt Voice Center, where she learned that her neck muscles were so tight that her vocal cords were barely visible. She was ...

  8. Vocal cord cyst - Wikipedia

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    Vocal fold cysts (also known as vocal cord cysts) are benign masses of the membranous vocal folds. [1] These cysts are enclosed, sac-like structures that are typically of a yellow or white colour. [2] They occur unilaterally on the midpoint of the medial edge of the vocal folds. [1] They can also form on the upper/superior, surface of the vocal ...

  9. RFK Jr. speaks candidly about his gravelly voice: 'If I could ...

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    For some, spasms push the vocal cords too far apart, causing breathy and nearly inaudible speech. For others, such as Kennedy, the larynx muscles push the vocal cords closer together, creating a ...