Adductor Spasmodic Dysphonia

Adductor Spasmodic Dysphonia (pronunciation: ad-uhk-tur spaz-mod-ik dis-foh-nee-uh) is a specific type of voice disorder known as a neurological disorder. It is characterized by involuntary movements or spasms of the vocal cords when speaking.

Etymology

The term "Adductor Spasmodic Dysphonia" is derived from the Latin word "adduct", meaning "to draw towards", and the Greek words "spasmos", meaning "spasm", and "dysphonia", meaning "difficulty in speaking".

Symptoms

The main symptom of Adductor Spasmodic Dysphonia is a strained and strangled voice quality, often accompanied by abrupt interruptions of speech. Other symptoms may include difficulty with vowel sounds, and a decrease in voice volume.

Causes

The exact cause of Adductor Spasmodic Dysphonia is unknown. However, it is believed to be related to a problem with the nervous system that causes the vocal cords to spasm. Some researchers believe that it may be related to genetic factors, as some individuals with the condition have family members with similar voice disorders.

Treatment

Treatment for Adductor Spasmodic Dysphonia typically involves voice therapy and/or botulinum toxin injections into the vocal cords. In some cases, surgery may be recommended.

Related Terms

• Dysphonia
• Spasmodic Dysphonia
• Voice Disorder
• Neurological Disorder
• Vocal Cords
• Nervous System
• Genetic Factors
• Voice Therapy
• Botulinum Toxin

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Adductor Spasmodic Dysphonia
• Wikipedia's article - Adductor Spasmodic Dysphonia

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