Vocal Fold Paralysis

Question 1

What is vocal fold paralysis

Answer 1

Vocal fold paralysis occurs when the nerve impulses to your voice box (layrnx) are disrupted. This results in paralysis of the vocal cord muscles. This can affect your ability to speak and even breathe

Question 2

What are some of the causes of vocal fold paralysis

Answer 2

Damage during surgery
Viral infection
Cancer that affects the nerve pathway e.g. lung/ laryngeal cancer
Accidental Trauma