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From: "michael.chesebro"
Subject: Re: Surprising sinus operation results!
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At 02:18 PM 2/1/00 EST, you wrote:
>Hi all! On January 10th, I had the ever-discussed sinus/nose operation to
>correct a deviated septum, open a blocked turbinate, and clean the sinuses.
. . . >While I expected the voice to be more resonant, I NEVER expected singing to
>be easier! The coloratura just flies, certain trouble notes are no longer
>trouble, etc., etc. Can any of the gurus here tell me why . . .

Are you having less post nasal drip? Has your general health improved? Did you rest
your voice for a week or more? Are you having renewed vigor for the art as a result of
being off voice for a while?

I'm glad to hear that all has gone so well.

Best of luck!
Michael E. Chesebro, M.A.,C.C.C., S.L.P.
Voice & Fax: 714/596-3344