This week’s case features a patient you may know: me. I had an experience last weekend that gave me insight into the life of a singer. In medicine, we…
The patient is a 26 year old professional singer who has noted significant postnasal drip since performing in a smoky venue 3 weeks earlier. She feels that something is…
The patient is a 26 year old professional singer who noted an increase in vocal rasp and a decrease in vocal range over a 6-month period. She was performing…
While marijuana use is quite common in the general population, it is likely even more frequently seen within the entertainment community. Some artists state that they rely on the…
This is a case of a 24 year old male professional singer who has noted gradual loss of vocal range over the past year. He has had increased demands…
The patient is a 42 year old director who has noted progressive worsening of his voice over several months. He noted initial onset after a 3 week movie shoot,…
Vocal nodules are one of the most feared vocal injuries among voice users and singers. It is one of the most commonly misunderstood and misdiagnosed problems seen. What are…
Is surgery the best treatment for vocal fold nodules? Question: A few months ago I developed a hoarse and raspy voice that never seemed to get better. Speaking gradually…