What is the cause of vocal cord damage? What should I do?

In clinical practice, vocal cord damage can cause people to be unable to speak normally. Therefore, in normal times, we should learn more about the causes of vocal cord damage.

What is vocal cord damage?

Vocal cord damage is generally caused by excessive use of the voice. Preschool children are most susceptible to vocal cord damage, especially those aged 3 to 7. They do not know how to use their voices correctly and often like to shout loudly. In addition, speaking too hard or in a high voice may also cause vocal cord damage.

Generally speaking, hoarseness is acquired, but some are congenital. When the embryo is developing, the mother's virus infection can cause papilloma. Some babies may develop papilloma 2 to 3 weeks after birth. Such cases can only be treated by surgery.

There is also a special case, some babies may have hoarse voices 2 months after birth, this is due to incomplete development of laryngeal cartilage, often caused by calcium deficiency, because the laryngeal cartilage support is not firm and is relatively soft, resulting in hoarse voices. In this case, parents should pay attention to calcium supplementation for their children, such as more sun exposure, and some cod liver oil drops can be added when drinking water, but the dosage and usage should be carried out under the guidance of a doctor.

What to do if your vocal cords are damaged?

Generally speaking, vocal cord damage cannot be recovered and is an irreversible condition. Therefore, adjustments can only be made later to prevent the vocal cords from further damage. You should pay attention to strengthening your physical fitness and avoid catching a cold, as a cold can cause pharyngitis, which can cause more severe damage to the vocal cords. You should also avoid getting too hot, as this can cause the throat to become inflamed again and cause more serious damage to the vocal cords. You should also avoid eating irritating foods and drinking cold drinks.