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Singer (medical term)

Singer (/ˈsɪŋər/), in the medical context, refers to a person who uses their voice to produce musical sounds, often as a profession. The term is derived from the Old English 'singan', meaning 'to sing'.

Health implications

Singers, due to the nature of their profession, are prone to certain health conditions, particularly those affecting the vocal cords and respiratory system. These include vocal cord nodules, laryngitis, and vocal cord paralysis.

Related terms

  • Vocalist: Another term for a singer, particularly in the context of popular music.
  • Chorister: A singer, especially one who sings in a choir.
  • Vocal cord: The organ in the throat used in creating vocal sounds.
  • Laryngitis: Inflammation of the larynx, often causing hoarseness or loss of voice, that is particularly common among singers.
  • Vocal cord nodules: Noncancerous growths on the vocal cords that can cause a raspy or hoarse voice.
  • Vocal cord paralysis: A voice disorder that occurs when one or both of the vocal cords do not open or close properly.

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