Question 1

whom do you see for vocal cord problems?

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ENT!: Depending on your insurance, you will need to see your primary doctor for a referral, but otherwise you can make an appointment with an otolarygologist (ENT) specialist.

Question 2

what is the definition or description of: vocal cord problems?

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Hoarseness: Normally the voice is clear and easily understood. If vocal cords no longer move correctly, the voice quality and sound change. If the vocal cords are impeded by thick mucus or dryness, this will alter the sound of the voice too. It is a vocal cord problem when voice is altered by vocal cord alterations.

Question 3

vocal cord problems! who do singers see?

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ENT first.: Start with a good ENT in your area that has experience treating singers.  The ENT can determine the correct diagnosis and treatment, which often includes working with a speech therapist to change any vocal habits that may have led to the problem.  Voice rest and lots of fluids are a must!

Question 4

what md do you see for vocal cord problems?

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ENT first.: Start with a good ENT in your area that has experience treating singers.  The ENT can determine the correct diagnosis and treatment, which often includes working with a speech therapist to change any vocal habits that may have led to the problem.  Voice rest and lots of fluids are a must!

Question 5

could a vocal cord problem a symptom of asthma?

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Complex answer: A disorder called vocal cord dysfunction can mimic and / or complicate asthma.

Question 6

what are the symptoms of vocal cord dysfunction (vcd)?

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Stridor: Patients with this problem are almost always teenage girls (unknown reasons).  The symptoms are noisy breathing (stridor) that goes away with sleep and relaxation.

Question 7

what are the symptoms of vocal cord nodule?

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Hoarseness: Vocal cord nodules are usually caused by vocal abuse. The main symptom is hoarseness. They do not cause pain and can not be felt. An ENT doctor can examine your vocal cords and explain the treatment.

Question 8

what are the symptoms of vocal cord paralysis?

Accepted Answer

Voice: Hi. Vocal cord paralysis results from damage to one or both recurrent laryngeal nerves (assume 1). This usually results from neck, lung, or mediastinal tumors, or from surgery in that region. The affected vocal cord is paralyzed. This makes vocal intonation with that cord unadjustable, so there is a raspy, somewhat constant tone from the affected cord (the contralateral normal cord works fine).

Question 9

can a  vocal cord problem be related to asthma?

Accepted Answer

Vocal cord/asthma: No there is no relation.Bronchial asthma can not cause any vocal cord problems unless the cause of symptoms of both is due to esophageal reflux.

Question 10

what are the symptoms of vocal cord paralysis and is there any way to address them?

Accepted Answer

Please see below.: Vocal cord paralysis can cause a characteristic breathy voice often accompanied by difficulty swallowing, a weak cough, and feeling short of breath. If both vocal cords are affected, symptoms can include stridor.  It can have a variety of causes, and correct treatment depends on the cause.

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