<prompt> All are true regarding Reinkes oedema exceptUsually caused by vocal abuseThere is collection of oedema fluid in the subepithelial spaceThere is asymmetrical swelling of vocal cordsVocal cord stripping is the treatment  <response>: Reinkes oedema - diffuse symmetrical swelling of both vocal cords Reinkes oedema is caused by vocal abuse or smoking. There is diffuse symmetrical swelling of both vocal cords. Vocal cord stripping is the treatment of choice. Enough mucosa should be preserved for epithelialization. Ref : Diseases of ENT by Dhingra 6th edition Pgno : 304 