Vocal cord paresis
Decreased strength of the vocal folds.
Also called: Hoarse voice due to vocal cord paresis, Vocal cord paresis in severe cases, Weakness of the vocal cords.
Conditions associated with vocal cord paresis
The following conditions have been associated with vocal cord paresis in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
Autosomal recessive Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease with hoarseness
Autosomal recessive Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease with hoarseness is a medical condition that may be associated ...
CODAS syndrome
Codas syndrome is a multiple congenital anomalies syndrome characterized by Cerebral, Ocular, Dental, Auricula...
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease axonal type 2C
Autosomal dominant Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 2C (CMT2C) is a form of axonal Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease...
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 4A
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 4A is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and si...
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 4C
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 4C is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and si...
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, axonal, Type 2HH
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, axonal, Type 2HH is a medical condition that may be associated with various sympt...
Mucopolysaccharidosis type 3
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Oculopharyngodistal myopathy
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Rabies
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Vocal cord and pharyngeal distal myopathy
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Tests providers may use to investigate vocal cord paresis
When investigating vocal cord paresis, a healthcare provider may order one or more of the following laboratory tests. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
Symptoms commonly seen alongside vocal cord paresis
Anxiety
Intense feelings of nervousness, tension, or panic often arise in response to interpersonal stresses. There is...
Constipation
Infrequent or difficult evacuation of feces....
Depression
Frequently experiencing feelings of being down, miserable, and/or hopeless; struggling to recover from these m...
Dysphagia
Difficulty in swallowing....
Fever
Body temperature elevated above the normal range....
Seizure
A seizure is an intermittent abnormality of nervous system physiology characterized by a transient occurrence ...
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if vocal cord paresis is severe, persistent, worsening, or accompanied by concerning symptoms. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the symptom vocal cord paresis mean?
Vocal cord paresis is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. Decreased strength of the vocal folds.
Which conditions are associated with vocal cord paresis?
Vocal cord paresis has been reported in association with 10 conditions in the medical literature we index, including Autosomal recessive Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease with hoarseness, CODAS syndrome, Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease axonal type 2C, Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 4A, Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 4C. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about vocal cord paresis?
You should discuss any persistent or concerning symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider. This website does not provide diagnosis. If you have severe symptoms or signs of a medical emergency, seek care immediately.