Continuing the series begun in 2010, Michael aims to clarify misconceptions about vocal production. In this installment Michael and Goding examine some myths and truths about vocal fold swelling, particularly as it pertains to upper respiratory infection (URI). For part one see 66, no. 5 (547-551); part two 67, no. 4 (417-421); part four 69, no. 2 (167-172).
Keywords:
Aspirin,
Breathiness,
Breathy voice,
Corticosteroids,
Coughing,
Delayed onset,
Dexamethasone,
Dysphonia,
Edema,
Gravelly voice,
Hoarseness,
Husky voice,
Hydrocortisone,
Ibuprofen,
Laryngeal examination,
Laryngitis,
Loss of range,
Nodes,
Nodules,
NSAIDS,
Prednisone,
Raspy voice,
Reinke’s edema,
Steroids,
Throat clearing,
Upper respiratory infection,
URI,
Vocal abuse,
Vocal fatigue,
Vocal fold edema,
Vocal fold hemorrhage,
Vocal fold irregularity,
Vocal fold mucosa,
Vocal fold swelling,
Vocal fold vibration,
Vocal health,
Vocal lesions,
Vocal trauma,
Voice evaluation,
Voice misuse,
Voice overuse,
Voice therapy,
Voice use