A vocal fold nodule is a mass of tissue that grows on a vocal fold. Typically this mass appears on the junction of the anterior 1/3 and posterior 2/3 of the vocal fold, where contact is most forceful.
A vocal fold nodule reduces the ability of the vocal folds to create the rapid changes in air pressure which generate human speech. Symptoms include hoarseness , painful speech production, frequent vocal breaks, and reduced vocal range. Vocal fold nodules develop mostly in adult women and in children of both sexes.
The nodules appear as symmetrical swellings on both vocal cords. The cause of these formations is usually strenuous or abusive voice practices such as yelling, poor singing techniques, and coughing. Those who use their voices constantly in a loud environment are susceptible.
Prognosis
Vocal fold nodules can certainly impair one's speaking and singing ability. They rarely harm one's general health. However, the psychological trauma of being diagnosed with nodules—a trauma affecting those especially whose professional success depends on consistently using a rich and powerful vocal tone (e.g. singers, actors, broadcasters)—typically dwarfs the limited systemic and even otolaryngological effects.
The vocal folds, also known commonly as vocal cords or voice reeds, are composed of twin infoldings of mucous membrane stretched horizontally, from back to front, across the larynx. They vibrate, modulating the flow of air being expelled from the lungs during phonation.
Open when breathing and vibrating for speech or singing, the folds are controlled via the vagus nerve.
Structure
The vocal folds are located within the larynx at the top of the trachea. They are attached posteriorly to the arytenoid cartilages, and anteriorly to the thyroid cartilage. They are part of the glottis which includes the rima glottidis. Their outer edges are attached to muscle in the larynx while their inner edges, or margins are free, forming the opening called the rima glottidis. They are constructed from epithelium, but they have a few muscle fibres in them, namely the vocalis muscle which tightens the front part of the ligament near to the thyroid cartilage. They are flat triangular bands and are pearly white in color. Above both sides of the glottis are the two vestibular folds or false vocal folds which have a small sac between them.
Vocal Cord Nodule, Causes, Signs and Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatmnent.
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Chapters
0:00 Introduction
0:53 Causes of Vocal cord nodules
1:44 Symptoms of Vocal cord nodules
2:01 Diagnosis of Vocal cord nodules
2:40 Treatment of Vocal cord nodules
Vocal cord nodules are bilaterally symmetrical benign white masses that form at the midpoint of the vocal folds.[1] Although diagnosis involves a physical examination of the head and neck, as well as perceptual voice measures, visualization of the vocal nodules via laryngeal endoscopy remains the primary diagnostic method.[2][3] Vocal fold nodules interfere with the vibratory characteristics of the vocal folds by increasing the mass of the vocal folds and changing the configuration of the vocal fold closure pattern.[1][2][4] Due to these changes, the quality of the voice may be affected.[1] As such, the major percep...
published: 25 Apr 2021
Pediatric Vocal Cord Nodules Development and Resolution Time Lapse
Using generative AI, time lapse of vocal cord nodules development in a young child is shown along with resolution with good voice therapy.
Adult vocal cord nodules development and resolution time lapse:
https://youtube.com/shorts/ZV56IgUdUqc
Video created by Dr. Christopher Chang:
https://www.FauquierENT.net
Still haven’t subscribed to Fauquier ENT on YouTube? ►► https://bit.ly/35SazwA
#voicetherapy #vocalcordnodules #tvcnodules #pediatricvoicetherapy #slp #speechtherapy
published: 07 Jun 2023
Laryngology 101 - Vocal nodules
Vocal cord nodules are swellings on the vocal cords caused by vocal overuse. They can be visualized with a procedure called laryngoscopy. Dr. James Thomas takes you on a tour of your throat and shows some of the variation of vocal nodules and how they consistently impact or impair the voice.
published: 23 Oct 2008
Benign Vocal Fold Lesions: Principles of Management | Dinesh K. Chhetri, MD | UCLA Health
Dinesh K. Chhetri, MD
Laryngologist
Professor and Vice Chair, UCLA Department of Head and Neck Surgery
published: 25 Feb 2020
Vocal fold nodules
published: 11 Aug 2011
Vocal Cord (Singer's) Nodules - www.drjeeve.com
This lady is a teacher who teaches for 8 hours a day - 5 days a week! She was hoarse when she came to see us. She has classic vocal fold nodules. These respond well with speech therapy and voice rest. Julie Andrews had these surgically removed which almost ended her career.
Dr Jeeve Kanagalingam
ENT / Head and Neck Surgeon
published: 30 Sep 2012
Time Lapse of Vocal Cord Nodule Formation and Resolution
Using generative AI, the video time lapse sequence shows how vocal cord nodules develop over time with aggressive voice use... followed by resolution back to normal with treatment.
Obviously, such a time lapse can not be realistically accomplished as there is no easy way to "trigger" vocal cord swelling with eventual nodule formation and document appearance with frequent endoscopic exams.
You can easily check for possible vocal cord swelling or nodules by performing the vocal swell test! https://youtu.be/DArbX9w0Wf0
Consider straw exercises as first step in resolving vocal cord swelling (beyond voice rest):
https://youtu.be/eC_BFfTzhYE
Pediatric Vocal Cord Nodules Development and Resolution Time Lapse: https://youtube.com/shorts/rSkJcQNpL6w
Video created by Dr. Christopher Chang:
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published: 13 Mar 2023
Stroboscopy: Variety of vocal cord polyps
Mucosal swellings (polyps, nodules, capillary ectasias) come in many shapes and sizes. Depending on their size, the pitch and volume, they can have various effects on the voice.
published: 17 Mar 2011
Vocal Cord Nodules
published: 14 Sep 2012
Vocal Cord Surgery (GRAPHIC)
https://www.FauquierENT.net - This video demonstrates how vocal cord surgery is performed. Examples shown include removal of a polyp, cyst, nodule as well as ablation of a hemorrhagic polyp using a pulsed dye laser.
Watch an animation of vocal cord surgery:
https://youtu.be/OMyKwZa6sis
Read more about these procedures here http://goo.gl/6DWhv
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Chapters
0:00 Introduction
0:53 Causes of Vocal cord nodules
1:44 Symptoms of Vocal cord nodules
2:01 Diagnosis of Vocal cord nodules
2:40 Treatment of Voca...
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Chapters
0:00 Introduction
0:53 Causes of Vocal cord nodules
1:44 Symptoms of Vocal cord nodules
2:01 Diagnosis of Vocal cord nodules
2:40 Treatment of Vocal cord nodules
Vocal cord nodules are bilaterally symmetrical benign white masses that form at the midpoint of the vocal folds.[1] Although diagnosis involves a physical examination of the head and neck, as well as perceptual voice measures, visualization of the vocal nodules via laryngeal endoscopy remains the primary diagnostic method.[2][3] Vocal fold nodules interfere with the vibratory characteristics of the vocal folds by increasing the mass of the vocal folds and changing the configuration of the vocal fold closure pattern.[1][2][4] Due to these changes, the quality of the voice may be affected.[1] As such, the major perceptual signs of vocal fold nodules include vocal hoarseness and breathiness.[4][5] Other common symptoms include vocal fatigue, soreness or pain lateral to the larynx, and reduced frequency and intensity range.[1][4][5] Airflow levels during speech may also be increased.[1] Vocal fold nodules are thought to be the result of vocal fold tissue trauma caused by excessive mechanical stress, including repeated or chronic vocal overuse, abuse, or misuse.[1][2][5] Predisposing factors include profession, gender, dehydration, respiratory infection, and other inflammatory factors.[1][2]
For professional voice users as well as individuals who frequently experience hoarseness, vocal hygiene practices are recommended for the prevention of vocal fold nodules and other voice disorders.[6] Vocal hygiene practices include three components: regulating the quantity and quality of voice use, improving vocal fold hydration, and reducing behaviours that jeopardize vocal health.[6] About 10% of nodules resolve on their own, which is more likely if they are smaller and the onset more recent.[7] Treatment of vocal fold nodules usually involves behavioural intervention therapy administered by a speech-language pathologist. In severe cases, surgery to remove the lesions is recommended for best prognosis.[8][9] In children, vocal fold nodules are more common in males; in adults, they are more common in females.[10][5]
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Chapters
0:00 Introduction
0:53 Causes of Vocal cord nodules
1:44 Symptoms of Vocal cord nodules
2:01 Diagnosis of Vocal cord nodules
2:40 Treatment of Vocal cord nodules
Vocal cord nodules are bilaterally symmetrical benign white masses that form at the midpoint of the vocal folds.[1] Although diagnosis involves a physical examination of the head and neck, as well as perceptual voice measures, visualization of the vocal nodules via laryngeal endoscopy remains the primary diagnostic method.[2][3] Vocal fold nodules interfere with the vibratory characteristics of the vocal folds by increasing the mass of the vocal folds and changing the configuration of the vocal fold closure pattern.[1][2][4] Due to these changes, the quality of the voice may be affected.[1] As such, the major perceptual signs of vocal fold nodules include vocal hoarseness and breathiness.[4][5] Other common symptoms include vocal fatigue, soreness or pain lateral to the larynx, and reduced frequency and intensity range.[1][4][5] Airflow levels during speech may also be increased.[1] Vocal fold nodules are thought to be the result of vocal fold tissue trauma caused by excessive mechanical stress, including repeated or chronic vocal overuse, abuse, or misuse.[1][2][5] Predisposing factors include profession, gender, dehydration, respiratory infection, and other inflammatory factors.[1][2]
For professional voice users as well as individuals who frequently experience hoarseness, vocal hygiene practices are recommended for the prevention of vocal fold nodules and other voice disorders.[6] Vocal hygiene practices include three components: regulating the quantity and quality of voice use, improving vocal fold hydration, and reducing behaviours that jeopardize vocal health.[6] About 10% of nodules resolve on their own, which is more likely if they are smaller and the onset more recent.[7] Treatment of vocal fold nodules usually involves behavioural intervention therapy administered by a speech-language pathologist. In severe cases, surgery to remove the lesions is recommended for best prognosis.[8][9] In children, vocal fold nodules are more common in males; in adults, they are more common in females.[10][5]
Using generative AI, time lapse of vocal cord nodules development in a young child is shown along with resolution with good voice therapy.
Adult vocal cord nod...
Using generative AI, time lapse of vocal cord nodules development in a young child is shown along with resolution with good voice therapy.
Adult vocal cord nodules development and resolution time lapse:
https://youtube.com/shorts/ZV56IgUdUqc
Video created by Dr. Christopher Chang:
https://www.FauquierENT.net
Still haven’t subscribed to Fauquier ENT on YouTube? ►► https://bit.ly/35SazwA
#voicetherapy #vocalcordnodules #tvcnodules #pediatricvoicetherapy #slp #speechtherapy
Using generative AI, time lapse of vocal cord nodules development in a young child is shown along with resolution with good voice therapy.
Adult vocal cord nodules development and resolution time lapse:
https://youtube.com/shorts/ZV56IgUdUqc
Video created by Dr. Christopher Chang:
https://www.FauquierENT.net
Still haven’t subscribed to Fauquier ENT on YouTube? ►► https://bit.ly/35SazwA
#voicetherapy #vocalcordnodules #tvcnodules #pediatricvoicetherapy #slp #speechtherapy
Vocal cord nodules are swellings on the vocal cords caused by vocal overuse. They can be visualized with a procedure called laryngoscopy. Dr. James Thomas takes...
Vocal cord nodules are swellings on the vocal cords caused by vocal overuse. They can be visualized with a procedure called laryngoscopy. Dr. James Thomas takes you on a tour of your throat and shows some of the variation of vocal nodules and how they consistently impact or impair the voice.
Vocal cord nodules are swellings on the vocal cords caused by vocal overuse. They can be visualized with a procedure called laryngoscopy. Dr. James Thomas takes you on a tour of your throat and shows some of the variation of vocal nodules and how they consistently impact or impair the voice.
This lady is a teacher who teaches for 8 hours a day - 5 days a week! She was hoarse when she came to see us. She has classic vocal fold nodules. These respond ...
This lady is a teacher who teaches for 8 hours a day - 5 days a week! She was hoarse when she came to see us. She has classic vocal fold nodules. These respond well with speech therapy and voice rest. Julie Andrews had these surgically removed which almost ended her career.
Dr Jeeve Kanagalingam
ENT / Head and Neck Surgeon
This lady is a teacher who teaches for 8 hours a day - 5 days a week! She was hoarse when she came to see us. She has classic vocal fold nodules. These respond well with speech therapy and voice rest. Julie Andrews had these surgically removed which almost ended her career.
Dr Jeeve Kanagalingam
ENT / Head and Neck Surgeon
Using generative AI, the video time lapse sequence shows how vocal cord nodules develop over time with aggressive voice use... followed by resolution back to no...
Using generative AI, the video time lapse sequence shows how vocal cord nodules develop over time with aggressive voice use... followed by resolution back to normal with treatment.
Obviously, such a time lapse can not be realistically accomplished as there is no easy way to "trigger" vocal cord swelling with eventual nodule formation and document appearance with frequent endoscopic exams.
You can easily check for possible vocal cord swelling or nodules by performing the vocal swell test! https://youtu.be/DArbX9w0Wf0
Consider straw exercises as first step in resolving vocal cord swelling (beyond voice rest):
https://youtu.be/eC_BFfTzhYE
Pediatric Vocal Cord Nodules Development and Resolution Time Lapse: https://youtube.com/shorts/rSkJcQNpL6w
Video created by Dr. Christopher Chang:
https://www.FauquierENT.net
Still haven’t subscribed to Fauquier ENT on YouTube? ►► https://bit.ly/35SazwA
#hoarsevoice #otolaryngology #voicetherapy #dysphonia #vocalcordnodules #vocalnodules #timelapse
Using generative AI, the video time lapse sequence shows how vocal cord nodules develop over time with aggressive voice use... followed by resolution back to normal with treatment.
Obviously, such a time lapse can not be realistically accomplished as there is no easy way to "trigger" vocal cord swelling with eventual nodule formation and document appearance with frequent endoscopic exams.
You can easily check for possible vocal cord swelling or nodules by performing the vocal swell test! https://youtu.be/DArbX9w0Wf0
Consider straw exercises as first step in resolving vocal cord swelling (beyond voice rest):
https://youtu.be/eC_BFfTzhYE
Pediatric Vocal Cord Nodules Development and Resolution Time Lapse: https://youtube.com/shorts/rSkJcQNpL6w
Video created by Dr. Christopher Chang:
https://www.FauquierENT.net
Still haven’t subscribed to Fauquier ENT on YouTube? ►► https://bit.ly/35SazwA
#hoarsevoice #otolaryngology #voicetherapy #dysphonia #vocalcordnodules #vocalnodules #timelapse
Mucosal swellings (polyps, nodules, capillary ectasias) come in many shapes and sizes. Depending on their size, the pitch and volume, they can have various effe...
Mucosal swellings (polyps, nodules, capillary ectasias) come in many shapes and sizes. Depending on their size, the pitch and volume, they can have various effects on the voice.
Mucosal swellings (polyps, nodules, capillary ectasias) come in many shapes and sizes. Depending on their size, the pitch and volume, they can have various effects on the voice.
https://www.FauquierENT.net - This video demonstrates how vocal cord surgery is performed. Examples shown include removal of a polyp, cyst, nodule as well as ab...
https://www.FauquierENT.net - This video demonstrates how vocal cord surgery is performed. Examples shown include removal of a polyp, cyst, nodule as well as ablation of a hemorrhagic polyp using a pulsed dye laser.
Watch an animation of vocal cord surgery:
https://youtu.be/OMyKwZa6sis
Read more about these procedures here http://goo.gl/6DWhv
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https://www.FauquierENT.net - This video demonstrates how vocal cord surgery is performed. Examples shown include removal of a polyp, cyst, nodule as well as ablation of a hemorrhagic polyp using a pulsed dye laser.
Watch an animation of vocal cord surgery:
https://youtu.be/OMyKwZa6sis
Read more about these procedures here http://goo.gl/6DWhv
Follow Us on Twitter http://www.twitter.com/fauquierent
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Chapters
0:00 Introduction
0:53 Causes of Vocal cord nodules
1:44 Symptoms of Vocal cord nodules
2:01 Diagnosis of Vocal cord nodules
2:40 Treatment of Vocal cord nodules
Vocal cord nodules are bilaterally symmetrical benign white masses that form at the midpoint of the vocal folds.[1] Although diagnosis involves a physical examination of the head and neck, as well as perceptual voice measures, visualization of the vocal nodules via laryngeal endoscopy remains the primary diagnostic method.[2][3] Vocal fold nodules interfere with the vibratory characteristics of the vocal folds by increasing the mass of the vocal folds and changing the configuration of the vocal fold closure pattern.[1][2][4] Due to these changes, the quality of the voice may be affected.[1] As such, the major perceptual signs of vocal fold nodules include vocal hoarseness and breathiness.[4][5] Other common symptoms include vocal fatigue, soreness or pain lateral to the larynx, and reduced frequency and intensity range.[1][4][5] Airflow levels during speech may also be increased.[1] Vocal fold nodules are thought to be the result of vocal fold tissue trauma caused by excessive mechanical stress, including repeated or chronic vocal overuse, abuse, or misuse.[1][2][5] Predisposing factors include profession, gender, dehydration, respiratory infection, and other inflammatory factors.[1][2]
For professional voice users as well as individuals who frequently experience hoarseness, vocal hygiene practices are recommended for the prevention of vocal fold nodules and other voice disorders.[6] Vocal hygiene practices include three components: regulating the quantity and quality of voice use, improving vocal fold hydration, and reducing behaviours that jeopardize vocal health.[6] About 10% of nodules resolve on their own, which is more likely if they are smaller and the onset more recent.[7] Treatment of vocal fold nodules usually involves behavioural intervention therapy administered by a speech-language pathologist. In severe cases, surgery to remove the lesions is recommended for best prognosis.[8][9] In children, vocal fold nodules are more common in males; in adults, they are more common in females.[10][5]
Using generative AI, time lapse of vocal cord nodules development in a young child is shown along with resolution with good voice therapy.
Adult vocal cord nodules development and resolution time lapse:
https://youtube.com/shorts/ZV56IgUdUqc
Video created by Dr. Christopher Chang:
https://www.FauquierENT.net
Still haven’t subscribed to Fauquier ENT on YouTube? ►► https://bit.ly/35SazwA
#voicetherapy #vocalcordnodules #tvcnodules #pediatricvoicetherapy #slp #speechtherapy
Vocal cord nodules are swellings on the vocal cords caused by vocal overuse. They can be visualized with a procedure called laryngoscopy. Dr. James Thomas takes you on a tour of your throat and shows some of the variation of vocal nodules and how they consistently impact or impair the voice.
This lady is a teacher who teaches for 8 hours a day - 5 days a week! She was hoarse when she came to see us. She has classic vocal fold nodules. These respond well with speech therapy and voice rest. Julie Andrews had these surgically removed which almost ended her career.
Dr Jeeve Kanagalingam
ENT / Head and Neck Surgeon
Using generative AI, the video time lapse sequence shows how vocal cord nodules develop over time with aggressive voice use... followed by resolution back to normal with treatment.
Obviously, such a time lapse can not be realistically accomplished as there is no easy way to "trigger" vocal cord swelling with eventual nodule formation and document appearance with frequent endoscopic exams.
You can easily check for possible vocal cord swelling or nodules by performing the vocal swell test! https://youtu.be/DArbX9w0Wf0
Consider straw exercises as first step in resolving vocal cord swelling (beyond voice rest):
https://youtu.be/eC_BFfTzhYE
Pediatric Vocal Cord Nodules Development and Resolution Time Lapse: https://youtube.com/shorts/rSkJcQNpL6w
Video created by Dr. Christopher Chang:
https://www.FauquierENT.net
Still haven’t subscribed to Fauquier ENT on YouTube? ►► https://bit.ly/35SazwA
#hoarsevoice #otolaryngology #voicetherapy #dysphonia #vocalcordnodules #vocalnodules #timelapse
Mucosal swellings (polyps, nodules, capillary ectasias) come in many shapes and sizes. Depending on their size, the pitch and volume, they can have various effects on the voice.
https://www.FauquierENT.net - This video demonstrates how vocal cord surgery is performed. Examples shown include removal of a polyp, cyst, nodule as well as ablation of a hemorrhagic polyp using a pulsed dye laser.
Watch an animation of vocal cord surgery:
https://youtu.be/OMyKwZa6sis
Read more about these procedures here http://goo.gl/6DWhv
Follow Us on Twitter http://www.twitter.com/fauquierent
Like Us on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/fauquierent
A vocal fold nodule is a mass of tissue that grows on a vocal fold. Typically this mass appears on the junction of the anterior 1/3 and posterior 2/3 of the vocal fold, where contact is most forceful.
A vocal fold nodule reduces the ability of the vocal folds to create the rapid changes in air pressure which generate human speech. Symptoms include hoarseness , painful speech production, frequent vocal breaks, and reduced vocal range. Vocal fold nodules develop mostly in adult women and in children of both sexes.
The nodules appear as symmetrical swellings on both vocal cords. The cause of these formations is usually strenuous or abusive voice practices such as yelling, poor singing techniques, and coughing. Those who use their voices constantly in a loud environment are susceptible.
Prognosis
Vocal fold nodules can certainly impair one's speaking and singing ability. They rarely harm one's general health. However, the psychological trauma of being diagnosed with nodules—a trauma affecting those especially whose professional success depends on consistently using a rich and powerful vocal tone (e.g. singers, actors, broadcasters)—typically dwarfs the limited systemic and even otolaryngological effects.
This can result in restricted vocal fold movement, affecting the voice’s quality,” she said ... Over time, continuous misuse or overuse of the voice due to stress can cause more serious issues such as vocal nodules, polyps or vocal fold paralysis.
This can result in restricted vocal fold movement, affecting the voice’s quality,” she said ... Over time, continuous misuse or overuse of the voice due to stress can cause more serious issues such as vocal nodules, polyps or vocal fold paralysis.
The study looked at phonotraumatic lesions in patients' vocal folds, including benign nodules, pseudocysts and hemorrhagic polyps ... In the second part of the study, researchers reviewed the cases of 443 singers diagnosed with vocal fold lesions.
“And then eventually, she started coming home” from doctor’s appointments “saying, ‘You know, I think I’m getting better’” ... In some cases, they got worse ... He also developed nodules on his vocal folds, which prevented him from singing for six months ... .