Dysphonia: Definition, Treatment

Brief overview Description: Disturbance of voice formation due to organic or functional causes; in extreme cases, complete loss of voice (voicelessness). Causes: e.g. inflammations, injuries, paralysis, tumors on vocal folds or larynx, overloading of the voice, incorrect speaking technique, psychological reasons, medication, hormonal changes Diagnosis: Medical history; physical examination, laryngoscopy, further examinations (such as ultrasound) … Dysphonia: Definition, Treatment