What is vocal cord paralysis?
Vocal cord paralysis is damage to the nerves associated with the voice box. Damage may be related to a tumor, surgery, or infection. Symptoms include hoarseness, and difficulty speaking or swallowing.
How do members experience vocal cord paralysis?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with vocal cord paralysis*
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Stress
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Fatigue
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Depressed mood
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Pain
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*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for vocal cord paralysis*
Who has vocal cord paralysis on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 2 | |
| 20s | 4 | |
| 30s | 7 | |
| 40s | 9 | |
| 50s | 15 | |
| 60s | 24 | |
| 70+ | 16 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 21 | |
| Female | 54 |