Could 'Idol' Star Lose Her Winning Voice?

If Not Treated, Sparks' Vocal Chord Hemorrhage Could Change Her Tune

A vocal chord injury could permanently strip "American Idol" season six winner Jordin Sparks of her singing voice if she does not abide by doctor's orders and rest, several throat specialists told ABCNEWS.com.
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American Idol season six winner Jordin Sparks has developed a vocal chord hemorrhage, a condition doctors say could be career changing if it's not dealt with properly.

Scarring from a vocal chord injury could make a difference for a professional singer, said Dr. Peter Catalano, chairman of the department of otolaryngology at the Lahey Clinic in Burlington, Mass. "It may change your ability to sing certain types of songs or potentially, if it's really bad, affect your ability to sing altogether."

Numerous crooners, including Elton John, Steven Tyler (lead singer of Aerosmith) and Jessica Simpson, have reportedly had their careers temporarily sidelined by vocal injuries.

source: http://abcnews.go.com/Health/story?id=4696740&page=1

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