Our vocal cords are located in the middle of the throat, accessible from above through the mouth and nose, and from below, through the digestive tract from the stomach.
We all understand that what we breathe in can irritate the cords in many ways.
Breathing in very cold air causes the cords to tighten and cause problems. Breathing in very warm air loosens them and causes problems. Breathing in dry or humid air affects the cords, and breathing contaminants can be a singer's nightmare. Air-bound pollen, etc can cause allergies. You get the idea. What we breathe in affects the vocal cords in many negative ways.
The vocal cords can also be greatly affected by swollen and dripping glands.
So vocal problems can be caused from above by what we breathe and the health of nearby glands. But what about problems caused from below the cords?
Well, when we are severely overweight, or after a big meal our breathing is affected, which causes the cords to malfunction due to lack of sufficient fuel (air).
And a big problem coming up from below the cords is acid reflux. This problem, often called "heartburn" is caused when stomach acid seeps back up into the esophagus after reaching the stomach. This stuff is very powerful and dangerous anyplace other than in the stomach. When this backup occurs one of the first places it hits is the vocal cords, causing swelling, hoarseness and singing malfunction.
So, when you are experiencing "heartburn" take care of it quickly. It's not only painful, but dangerous to your singing.
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