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Vocal Cord Polyp

Vocal Cord Polyp

A fleshy growth on the vocal cord. Vocal cord polyps occur singly, rather than paired as do vocal cord nodules, though more than one polyp may be present. A polyp arises from the mucous membrane that forms the VOCAL CORDS; it grows out from.. Read More

Health and Wellness | 09.20.10 | No Comments

Vocal Cord Cyst

Vocal Cord Cyst

A saclike growth on the vocal cord that usually develops as a result of persistent irritation such as from smoking or GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX DISORDER (GERD), which may flush the VOCAL CORDS with gastric juices when an individual is lying d.. Read More

Health and Wellness | 09.15.10 | No Comments