Your voice may sound raspy, weak, scratchy, breathy, husky, or higher or lower pitch. Swollen vocal cords cannot vibrate ...

Viral infections can cause swelling of the vocal cords, leading to hoarseness or voice loss. Other potential causes include vocal strain, allergies, and acid reflux. Dr. Anderson recommends ...

However, some causes, such as swollen lymph nodes and direct injury ... Overusing or misusing the voice can lead to lesions or nodules on the vocal cords. A lesion may form on one side, causing ...