The voice box (larynx) is situated side by side above the trachea.
In various cases, infections (like laryngitis), abnormal growths (like nodules, polyps, cysts, lesions), and overall vocal trauma can also play a role in developing vocal cord damage.What do they do?The vocal cords are an essential part of the respiratory system.
Specifically, they are housed close to the esophagus – the same area responsible for carrying air from the lungs and out our mouths.
The mechanical function of the opening and closing of the vocal cords causes the vocal cords to vibrate, which produces the sound of one’s voice during vocalization (speaking or singing).
For higher-pitched sounds, they vibrate faster; and for lower-pitched sounds, they vibrate slower.Below are some of the vocal cord disorders and common health problems associated with vocal cord damage:· Vocal cord nodules - These growths are thin, complex, and it feels callus-like during voice/vocal execution.· Vocal Cord Polyps - tiny, soft growths that generally occur on one vocal cord.
They are often caused by voice misuse and abuse, as well as long-term irritant(s) exposure - including toxic fumes, alcohol, tobacco smoke and other harmful substances.· Contact Ulcers - It is a less frequent illness, but contact ulcers are the result of vocal cord erosions and sores.