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The false vocal cords are in normal relation to the true vocal cords

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Post-Treatment for AD-SD: What to Expect?

(the “strained-strangled” SD variant) Robert W. Bastian, M.D. — Published September 10, 2023 Introduction You have just undergone an injection with botulinum toxin (Botox) for the “strained-strangled” voice caused by your adductory spasmodic dysphonia. For a few days you may

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What to Expect After Botox Injection for R-CPD

Robert W. Bastian, M.D. — Published: January 26, 2023 Background of R-CPD R-CPD causes 4 primary symptoms: inability to belch, gurgling noises, bloating, and flatulence. Less universal symptoms include painful hiccups, nausea after large meals, shortness of breath when very

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Can’t Burp? Comprehensive Resources for R-CPD (in One Place)

Can’t Burp? You’ve come to the right place. You may haveR-CPD Inability to belch or “burp” (Also known as Retrograde Cricopharyngeus Dysfunction, or R-CPD for short) occurs when the upper esophageal sphincter (cricopharyngeus muscle) loses its ability to relax in order