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Results 1 - 4 of 4 for dysphonia
  1. Spasmodic dysphonia 
    Spasmodic dysphonia is difficulty speaking due to spasms (dystonia) of the muscles that control the vocal cords. ... The exact cause of spasmodic dysphonia is unknown. Sometimes it is ... cases result from a problem in the brain and nervous system ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000753.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  2. Botulinum toxin injection - larynx 
    Botulinum toxin (BTX) is a type of nerve blocker. When injected, BTX blocks nerve signals to muscles so they relax. BTX is the toxin ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/007637.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  3. Hoarseness 
    ... Schwartz SR, et al. Clinical Practice Guideline: Hoarseness (Dysphonia) (Update). Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg . 2018;158(1_ ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003054.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  4. Speech impairment in adults 
    Speech and language impairment may be any of several problems that make it difficult to communicate. ... The following are common speech ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003204.htm - Medical Encyclopedia