First of all, I apologize for putting this up two days late. I guess I have to get out of the habit of Sunday night blogging! The overall topic that I’ve chosen to research and write about is that of vocal fold nodules. Vocal fold nodules are bumps on the vocal cords that prevent proper vibration and causes problems in speech, but more importantly in singers.
Definition:
How does the larynx function and what exactly are the vocal folds?
What are vocal fold nodules?
What are some of the symptoms of vocal fold nodules?
Comparison / Contrast:
How are vocal fold nodules different than laryngitis?
How are vocal fold nodules different that cancer of the larynx?
Relationship
What causes vocal fold nodules?
How do they have an effect on a singers career?
Testimony:
Who are some famous singers who’ve suffered from vocal fold nodules?
How have they dealt with this obstacle and were they able to overcome it?
Circumstance
How does one go about treating their vocal cord nodules?
How does surgery ultimately effect a singer’s voice?
Can a singers who’s suffered from nodules successful return to their career after therapy and/or surgery?
