what are mucosal lesions
The most common cause of discrete benign mucosal lesions is prolonged and repeated irritation (micro-trauma) to the surface tissues of the vocal folds. The source of the irritation may be excessive vocal demands (vocal abuse), gastric reflux, repeated upper respiratory infections, or certain medications, for example.he most common cause of discrete benign mucosal lesions is prolonged and repeated irritation (micro-trauma) to the surface tissues of the vocal folds. The source of the irritation may be excessive vocal demands (vocal abuse), gastric reflux, repeated upper respiratory infections, or certain medications, for example.