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true vocal cords

Etymology: ME, treue, faith; L, vocalis, of the voice; Gk, chorde, string

the vocal folds of the larynx (plicae vocales), as distinguished from the vestibular folds (plicae vestibulares), called false vocal cords. They are located inferior to the false vocal cords. See also vocal cord.

true vocal cords,

n.pl the vocal folds of the larynx as distinguished from the vestibular folds, called the
false vocal cords.

Patient discussion about true vocal cords.

Q. How can I fix my vocal cords? Please I am in need of desperate help.

A. rest, which means no talking,

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