Question 1

are vocal cord polyps reversible?

Accepted Answer

They can shrink: Often times the best coure of action is to have the polyp removed (and biopsied for presence of cancer cells-as benign polyps can convert to malignant tumors)  check with an experienced otolaryngolgist (ent).

Question 2

what is vocal cord dysfunction?

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Hoarseness: Vocal fold (chord) dysfunction is a non=specific term that simply means your true vocal folds are not vibrating or moving in a normal fashion resulting in hoarseness or a rough quality to the voice.  
Depending on the duration of this disorder or if you are a smoker, you need to see a laryngologist (ent doctor) to make a more specific diagnosis and render treatment.

Question 3

what causes vocal cord dysfunction?

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Vocal cord dysfuncti: Many things, this generally refers to vocal cords that close instead of open on inspiration. Reflux, sinus infections, allergy and other conditions have all been implicated. There does not appear to be one cause.

Question 4

does vocal cord dysfuction mimic asthma?

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Yes: Yes it can. You may need a good history taking by your doctor, a good examination and likely a breathing test (spirometry)

Question 5

vocal cord problems! who do singers see?

Accepted Answer

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 6

left vocal cord is paralyzed--what can i do?

Accepted Answer

ENT: An otolaryngologist (ENT) is the specialist to see for vocal cord paralysis.  Treatment options may depend on the cause of the paralysis and how much the paralysis is affecting your quality of life.

Question 7

should i be concerned having vocal cord dysfunction?

Accepted Answer

Vocal cord.: Yes you should be concerned.
Have your PC refer you an "ear, nose, and throat" specialist.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

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 9

vocal cord nodules. is there a natural way to heal them?

Accepted Answer

: Nonsurgical methods of treating vocal cord nodules include resting of the voice and voice therapy by a speech therapist. I'm not sure how successful these methods are in comparison to surgical treatment however. An ENT specialist could answer this question best.

Question 10

how common is vocal cord injury from general anesthesia?

Accepted Answer

Vocal cord: Not very common. You can have a voice change for a fews days especially if an endotracheal tuble was used and this is probably a pressure effect thatresolves over a few days.

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