Coughing
Coughing occurs when cells along the air passages get irritated and trigger a chain of events. The result is air in the lungs is forced...
Hoarse Voice
Hoarse Voice refers to a difficulty making sounds when trying to speak. Vocal sounds may be weak, breathy, scratchy, or husky, and the pitch or quality...
Vocal Cord Nodules
Vocal cord nodules are benign (noncancerous) growths on both vocal cords that are caused by vocal abuse. They are also known as "singers' nodules"...
Reflux of Gastric Fluid into the Larynx
The term Laryngopharyngeal Reflux (LPR) refers to the backflow of food or stomach acid all of the way back up into the larynx...
Voice Care
For a professional voice user voice care and vocal hygiene are very important to be implemented on a daily basis. Careers that depend on...
HPV & Oropharyngeal Carcinoma
HPV is a sexually transmitted infection that can infect the oropharynx (tonsils and back of throat), genitals and anus. HPV spreads by skin-to-skin contact...
Taste Disorders
Many of us take our sense of taste for granted, but taste disorders can have a negative effect on your health and quality of life...
Oral Thrush
Oral thrush also called oral candidiasis, is a condition in which the fungus Candida albicans accumulates on the lining of your oral tissue.
Sore Throat: Symptoms and Causes
A sore throat (pharyngitis) is one of the main reasons for visiting the doctor, especially in winter. Pain, irritation or scratchiness of...
The Nose
The nose is a complex organ with multiple functions. It forms the beginning of the respiratory tract, The nose receives olfactory stimuli...