What are Vocal Cord Nodules?
Vocal cord nodules are callous-like bumps on the vocal cords. They can form on one or both of the cords. They usually are located on the front 1/3 of the vocal cord, and range in size from a pinhead to a split pea. During normal speech, the vocal cords should press firmly together. However, if nodules are present the cords cannot close completely. Therefore, extra air escapes and the voice sounds hoarse and breathy as a result. From: http://pediatric-ent.com/learning/problems/vocalcord.htm
CJ has a matching set. This morning was CJ's much anticipated ENT appointment. They numbed her nose with drops (no needle!!), then scoped down to her vocal cords. The Dr. believes that her nodules were created by untreated allergies. She ordered an allergy test. We couldn't do the test today because she's had antihistamine in the last 2 weeks. Her allergy test is scheduled for March 23. After the allergy test the Dr will then make a decision about treatment for the nodules.
Vocal cord nodules are callous-like bumps on the vocal cords. They can form on one or both of the cords. They usually are located on the front 1/3 of the vocal cord, and range in size from a pinhead to a split pea. During normal speech, the vocal cords should press firmly together. However, if nodules are present the cords cannot close completely. Therefore, extra air escapes and the voice sounds hoarse and breathy as a result. From: http://pediatric-ent.com/learning/problems/vocalcord.htm
CJ has a matching set. This morning was CJ's much anticipated ENT appointment. They numbed her nose with drops (no needle!!), then scoped down to her vocal cords. The Dr. believes that her nodules were created by untreated allergies. She ordered an allergy test. We couldn't do the test today because she's had antihistamine in the last 2 weeks. Her allergy test is scheduled for March 23. After the allergy test the Dr will then make a decision about treatment for the nodules.
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Oh my I hope I am there for her test. I will be looking forward to what the test shows.Did they say how many????
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