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Unprecedented: Teen's Vocal Cords Paralyzed by COVID

Originally Published 2 years ago — by ScienceAlert

A case report published in Pediatrics describes the first known instance of vocal cord paralysis in a teenager following a COVID-19 infection. The otherwise healthy 15-year-old girl experienced sudden breathing difficulties and required a tracheostomy to support her breathing for over a year. The report suggests that COVID-19's impact on the nervous system may lead to rare cases of vocal cord paralysis. The girl also experienced numbness, weakness, and difficulty swallowing, which improved over time. Despite unsuccessful treatments, she eventually had surgery to remove the tracheostomy and was able to attend her senior prom tracheostomy-free.

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COVID-19 Induces Vocal Cord Paralysis in Teen, a First-of-its-kind Case

Originally Published 2 years ago — by Daily Mail

A 15-year-old girl in Boston experienced vocal cord paralysis after contracting COVID-19, resulting in difficulty breathing and speaking. Doctors performed a tracheostomy to alleviate her symptoms, allowing her to breathe and speak more easily. Despite speech therapy not improving her condition, the girl was able to have the tube removed just in time for her high school graduation and prom. This is the first reported case of vocal cord paralysis in a child following a COVID-19 infection, highlighting the need for awareness of potential complications in pediatric patients.

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