Mouse-nibbled vocal cord is seen in
Correct Answer: Tuberculosis
Description: The mouse-nibbled appearance of vocal cords is caused by tuberculosis. Ulceration of vocal cords gives them the mouse nibbled appearance. Swelling in the Interarytenoid region giving a mamillated appearance. Psuedoedema of the epiglottis " turban epiglottis ". Ref: PL Dhingra 7th edition of Ear, Nose and Throat; Pg no 331
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