What a nice coincidence. I'm actually in the middle of watching her husband Kenneth for the last few days. The live stream you did with him, I'm halfway through it. Now here comes his wife. Is this what they call synchronicity?
@Catefn
4 жыл бұрын
Just got around to listening to this, Dan, and as usual, you are an exceptional host with astute questions. Joanne and you did a great job, thank you!
@michellearakawa1282
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this, Dr. Dan. You always give such wonderful and informative Lives. I know this could only be general info on this Live, but it made me curious as to what to expect for PCOS. I was diagnosed a few years ago (and yes, it is confirmed to be PCOS and not PCO--my hormones are crazy out of whack). I have learned a bit--like PCOS women generally enter into Peri and Menopause later than their normal counterparts. I am also now curious about how this particular disease (is that the correct term?) could be and has been effecting me vocally. I have had this since puberty, just never diagnosed properly until I came to Japan. It was kind of cool to finally find out why I had the problems I had. Anyway, this gives me some food for thought. Not sure if Joanne Bozeman considered PCOS in her research as, given their hormonal imbalances they might be more variable than she needs. (and just before anyone comments-- I am no where near overweight, I live a healthy and active lifestyle, and I eat well. None of these have impacted or changed my PCOS status. The only thing that keeps me from going bonkers is HRT)
@joannebozeman5372
5 жыл бұрын
HI, Michelle. Thanks so much for your comments. I know a little bit about PCOS, having had a student with this complex condition. I am glad that you have gotten a diagnosis and have found a treatment that is helping, along with your smart lifestyle choices. Please don't feel the need to respond, but did you notice any changes in your voice when you started the HRT? We didn't happen to have anyone with PCOS in our interview population. When I did a quick online search, I found some information about voice and PCOS, but it didn't extend to the menopausal transition. I'll keep an eye out, however.
@michellearakawa1282
5 жыл бұрын
@@joannebozeman5372 Unfortunately, I was started on the Pill around 13 because back then (it was the early 90s) no one really knew what was wrong and just said "this will help". I was only diagnosed because when I came to Japan, I ran out of the Pill and my husband was growing concerned over my continuing changing behavior and increasing mood swings. I went in to a doctor in a large nearby city, and she noticed the pearl-necklace in my ovaries, did a preliminary question on my history, then ran a blood check. Since I had been off the pill for two years, it was accurate on my hormonal abnormalities. Since hubby and I didn't want kids at the time, I decided to stay on the pill and the doctor told me if we want to have kids, come to her as she was very familiar with this particular disease. Very lucky to run into her. PCO is pretty common, and PCOS is the leading cause of infertility in women, but the two are often confused and little is known about both. I had to change OBY because the previous doctor was just too far and my in-laws are really old, so I felt I needed to be closer to them instead of heading out to the city for a whole day. The new one I chose and a couple of others I tried didn't seem to know much about PCOS, and a couple of those didn't even recognize the name! Part of the problem may well be that many women, especially in the states and most European nations, get PCO/PCOS because of weight problems. Thinnsters like me are maybe 5-10% of that population, so there is still so little info. Don't know what causes it exactly, but it seems to be hereditary. I envy the women who only have it because of weight issues because they can effectively "cure" themselves just by getting healthy and losing weight, adjusting their diet, etc. I don't have that option. Anyway, all this info is based off the research I started doing after I was diagnosed about 8 years ago and from Questions with my doctor before I felt the need to change for my family. I would be fascinating to see what research pops up on this in regards to singers. I, too, will keep my eyes open.
@joannebozeman5372
5 жыл бұрын
@@michellearakawa1282 Thanks for sharing the details. You are clearly a good researcher and an advocate for yourself. As you said, it is fortunate that you found a doctor who could help you find a diagnosis.
@michellearakawa1282
5 жыл бұрын
@@joannebozeman5372 Thanks. I hope that you find more ideas for your research--I find it really helpful and fascinating.
@MarisaLouw
2 жыл бұрын
@@joannebozeman5372, I added a new comment and would love to hear your opinion. Thank you.
@helendoig1
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Finally a definitive answer. My voice has been profoundly affected by the Hormonal changes of Menopause. A Mezzo Soprano, my voice has lowered, broken in the middle with an uncontrollable waver, difficulty changing pitch and a loss of upper register. I never knew such a thing could happen, although it seems quite logical now, 'the second puberty' etc. It absolutely broke my heart not to be able to sing the way I used to! ENT Specials seem largely ignorant of these changes, as do many Gynaecologists - I had other issues connected with diminished Oestrogen levels - None of them could tell me what was happening to my voice!!!! Medical professionals need to be more aware of the many and complex effects of hormone change on the Human mind and body! Too many Women have had to suffer in silence because of the perceived 'delicate' nature of so called 'Female business'!
@DrDanRobinson
Жыл бұрын
I'm glad you enjoyed the video HELEN DOIG. Thanks for watching.
@joysong3900
5 жыл бұрын
Cheers to you Dr Dan for not shying away from this important topic and shining a global spotlight on it! I hope as a society we will continue to discuss these sensitive topics openly, free of embarrassment or shame.
@Sekhmet1Songstress
2 жыл бұрын
These medical voice videos are really interesting, thanks for putting them on - would you consider doing one on how hypermobility affects the voice? In hypermobility the collagen is different, and more flexible / lacking tone, so it would affect all collagen containing structures in the body, including the vocal folds. Would a person with hypermobility have less control over their vocal folds, such as a narrower vocal range?
@tammyrobinson6409
5 жыл бұрын
Dr Dan so glad you’re sharing this information. I am post menopausal and my voice is very disappointing to me. I’ve chatted with you before concerning my issues. I’ve almost given up on getting some things back such as middle range and breath support. I get started with vocal exercises and warm ups but get weary. I have stay consistent.
@tammyrobinson6409
5 жыл бұрын
So few vocal coaches I know have no knowledge of this topic. This became frustrating to me
@irenerobbins4789
5 жыл бұрын
I personally have never had problems with menstruation. High soprano and no change until the age of maybe 58. But slowly getting a thicker voice and need to stay away from alcohol and drying agents. But my students ...even young women do have problems. Thank you for this interesting topic
@MarisaLouw
2 жыл бұрын
I was diagnosed with hormone-positive breast cancer in August 2019. I could not sing during chemotherapy because my voice was hoarse, and I had no energy. After chemo, I started hormone-blocking treatment. I went into medicine-induced menopause at 46 and will remain on hormone-blocking treatment until I am 55 years old. I am a full-soprano with a solid high C. I stopped vocal training when I underwent chemo and restarted it in mid-2021. I find it takes more effort to reach the high notes, and I also experience spasms in my throat and tongue by the end of a two-hour rehearsal. My vocal coach recommended voice rehabilitation as a mezzo, building a new repertoire in the process. Could the sudden drop in estrogen (it went from normal to zero in two weeks) have a different effect on the voice than the normal process of menopause over two or three decades?
@DrDanRobinson
2 жыл бұрын
A drastic drop in oestrogen is likely have a significant effect on your body; and thus your voice. I would recommend discussing this matter in more detail with a laryngologist.
@MarisaLouw
2 жыл бұрын
@@DrDanRobinson, thank you very much for taking the time to respond.
@joannebozeman5372
2 жыл бұрын
Hi, Marisa. I just saw the notice of your question. First of all, best wishes for your continuing recovery. It's not a small thing to go through all of this. I agree with Dan, that a visit to a laryngologist would be a good idea, just to rule anything else out. Since you are complaining of muscular spasms, working with a singing-voice qualified SLP might be a good second step. I would like to follow up with you via Facebook messenger. Thank you for your excellent question.
@joannebozeman5372
2 жыл бұрын
Please let me know if you got it -- I'm not sure it went through.
@bishbish3103
5 жыл бұрын
Guys is it true that in order for you to sing in head voice you need to develop your chest voice vise versa?
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