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The human larynx, often referred to as the voice box, is an intricate organ located in the neck. It serves as a pathway for air to enter the lungs during respiration and is an essential component of voice production.
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The larynx consists of various components, including cartilage, muscles, and vocal cords. Its structure includes three large unpaired cartilages—the thyroid, cricoid, and epiglottis—and three smaller paired cartilages—the arytenoids, corniculates, and...
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Respiratory System Abnormal Finding II: Palpation and Auscultation

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Palpation Findings
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Respiratory System Abnormal Finding I: Inspection and Percussion

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Vocal cord dysfunction.

Jeffrey A Mikita1, Cecilia P Mikita

  • 1Department of Medicine, Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine Service, Walter Reed Army Medical Center, Washington, DC 20307, USA. jeffrey.a.mikita@us.army.mil

Allergy and Asthma Proceedings
|September 5, 2006
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Summary

Vocal cord dysfunction (VCD) mimics asthma, causing shortness of breath and cough. Diagnosis requires clinical suspicion and laryngoscopy, with treatment focusing on speech therapy and managing related conditions.

Area of Science:

  • Pulmonology and Allergy

Background:

  • Vocal cord dysfunction (VCD) is a condition that frequently mimics asthma, presenting diagnostic challenges.
  • Understanding VCD's characteristics is crucial for allergists managing respiratory symptoms.

Observation:

  • VCD commonly manifests as dyspnea, cough, and chest tightness.
  • A high index of clinical suspicion is necessary for accurate recognition.

Findings:

  • Laryngoscopy provides the most confident diagnosis of VCD.
  • Treatment involves reassurance, speech therapy, and addressing comorbidities like GERD and postnasal drip.

Implications:

  • Allergists should consider VCD in asthma-like presentations.
  • Integrated management strategies improve patient outcomes for this often-misdiagnosed condition.

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