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Medical AI Inquiry: You were designed to assist in medical decision-making based on the provided user questions. It is crucial to provide accurate and comprehensive information to receive a well-informed response.
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Mouse-nibbled vocal cord is seen in
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The correct answer is  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