Oh dear Kendall ... that is good and bad news that your doctor gave you but please PLEASE read and read again every word that Don Firth has written to you! A (good) vocal coach can help. There are techniques that can save your voice from any furthar damage. Oh how I wish you could come live with me ... I'd take real good care of you and the best coach in the world lives just down the street! All the best Kendall.
Barb