--- Bryan Tank <broadwayboy81@h...> wrote:
> Is there a reason Im not getting an answer on what
> nodes are and the cause?
> I would really appreciate knowing.
> Thanks
> Bryan
Dear Bryan and vocalisters:
If you want a non-expert answer rather than none
(after all it is holiday-time):
Nodes are mostly something like callus on your hands,
the result of giving your vocal cords a hard time
(which you should not, obviously). As far as I know
there can also be other causes, but they are quite
seldom seen. The nodes will make it impossible for
your cords to close completely (result: hoarseness, at
least a less clear tone, especially with higher
notes), which can be a reason to put them under even
more stress etc.
Mostly they can be cured by vocal rest, but they are
always a reason to see an ENT or laryngolist at once.
So that's what I would do if in doubt. If vocal
silence does not help, they can be removed
operatically, which seems to be the choice for the
lesser evil.
They are quite often seen with a special type of
children, that think their voice is intended to scream
as often and as loud as possible. Some grown ups seem
to behave equally and can get nodes for this reason as
well. People that use their voice a lot, like teachers
and singers, are more easily prone to get them than
others, and can get nodes for other reasons than the
above mentioned children.
When visiting an ENT with and for my daughter two
years ago, I heard the ENT talk to a woman that had
nodes and who got the advice to remain silent for a
week, whereupon the woman answered: you see docter,
that is my problem: I just have to talk.
Best greetings,
Dre
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