Recently, it was reported that AKB48's Itano Tomomi will be suspending her singing activities due to inflamed vocal chords. On September 5th, both Itano's agency and recording company denied these reports on their official websites.

After visiting a doctor last month, Itano admitted to having vocal chord nodules. Her agency explained, "she has been working to her possible extent,"�while receiving medical treatment. They also wrote, "We are doing our best for her full recovery without having to suspend singing activities, like the reports say."

Meanwhile, Itano also reported on her blog on the 5th saying, "I'm sorry to have caused everyone to worry about my throat. In order to recover quickly, I will refrain from using my voice! My body is healthy though."

Source: Oricon