Reinke's edema Flashcards

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Reinke’s edema

A

swelling of the vocal cords that occurs when fluid builds up in the outer layer of your vocal folds

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Superficial lamina propria

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The layer of tissue directly beneath the surface lining of the vocal folds

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Etiologies

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Long-term smoking
LFR
Vocal overuse or trauma

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Common signs

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Changes in vocal quality of loudness
Gradual deepening og your voice

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