It’s hard to imagine life without your voice. We understand the frustration you may be going through which is why we’re here to help.
This page for common and severe throat illnesses was created to serve as a lifeline all our patients have full and open access to. Something as simple as a sore throat caused by a viral infection can force you to miss school or work. Reflux can completely ruin your favorite meal causing burning in your chest and throat. Vocal problems can crush a performance for anyone in the performing arts. We want to see you thrive in your personal and professional life which is why in connection with this online resource, our staff is here to find the best solution to solve your illness using the latest and best practices in the industry.
The research at the government-funded National Institutes of Health and other public-private and university programs is constantly yielding new insight into these age-old problems. New technology and tools are also always in development. Our commitment to you is to keep you in-the-know about the latest developments in all of the nose- and mouth-related health areas.
Once you feel you’ve learned what you can here, our specialists would love to meet with you and listen to your unique symptoms. We’ve made it as easy as clicking on one of the options to the right and you’ll be starting on the road to better health and happiness.
Hoarseness
Our senses are vital to our lives and this is perfectly exemplified when we suffer from hoarseness. The inability to communicate properly can create problems while our voice is abnormally deep or harsh. This condition afflicting our vocal cords usually arises from overuse or abuse of our vocal cords. Swelling of the larynx sometimes occurs…
Laryngitis
Laryngitis is an inflammation of the larynx (voice box) that causes a hoarse, raspy voice and – in some cases – a complete loss of speech. Though temporary and rarely associated with a serious condition, laryngitis causes misery for anybody suffering from it. If symptoms persist longer than two weeks, you should seek medical attention.…
Reflux
If you’ve ever had acid reflux you know the pain and discomfort a once enjoyable activity like eating dinner can cause. Medically termed Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease or GERD, reflux is a condition in which acid in your stomach flows backwards up your throat causing a burning sensation beneath your breastbone. Symptoms & Causes Reflux occurs…
Sore Throat
Not only can sore throats be a pain in the neck but they can last for more than a week. Medically called pharyngitis, sore throats stem from inflammation of your pharynx otherwise known as your throat. Usually the symptoms associated with sore throat fade without medical intervention, however consulting a medical professional is a good…
Swallowing
Pain or problems while swallowing can cause anxiety and stress and hamper your lifestyle. Medically called dysphagia, difficulty swallowing typically occurs in older patients and usually isn’t cause for grave concern. However if problems swallowing persist more than a day or two or cause acute pain it’s best to contact your doctor. Symptoms & Causes…