Encyclopedia > Reinke's Edema

Article Content

Reinke's Edema

Swelling of the vocal folds[?] due to fluid collection (edema). Individuals with Reinke's Edema typically have low-pitched voices. Common causes include smoking, pharyngeal reflux, and chronic voice abuse. Surgical options are available.

See also List of voice disorders

All Wikipedia text is available under the terms of the GNU Free Documentation License

Search Encyclopedia

Search over one million articles, find something about almost anything!

Featured Article

Thomas a Kempis

... same spirit are his prolonged meditation on the life and blessings of the Savior and another on the Incarnation. Both of these works overflow with adoration fo ...