Our voice is one of our most defining characteristics. It allows us to communicate with loved ones near and far. Inflection helps us to express our emotions to others. Many people also rely on their voice for their livelihood. Those who use their...
Hoarseness: Recognize the Causes & Seek Professional Guidance for Treatment
The vocal cords are used to breathe, talk, and swallow. They serve as a valve at the top of the windpipe. They open widely to allow air to pass into the lungs and close tightly to protect our airway when we swallow. Pushing air through the vocal...
Understanding Hoarseness and the Treatments Available [VIDEO]
Dr. J.P. Gniady, MD, FACS explains the Testing, Diagnosis, and Treatment options of Hoarseness in patients.
There are a number of different causes of hoarseness that must be considered when evaluating a patient with hoarseness issues. One of the more common factors, though, is inflammation of the voice box related to acid and other irritating fluids...
Hoarseness: Recognize the Causes & Seek Professional Guidance for Treatment
Our voice is one of our most defining characteristics. It allows us to communicate with loved ones near and far. Inflection helps us to express our emotions to others. Many people also rely on their voice for their livelihood. Those who use their...
Vocal Cord Paralysis and Spasmodic Dysphonia
Among the various maladies that can affect the vocal cords, and therefore one's voice, are issues with the nerves that direct the movements of the muscles of the voice box. Issues with the control of the vocal cords can come anywhere in the...
The acidity of our stomach is one of several factors that contribute to the breakdown and digestion of the foods we eat. Like many other systems in our body, this acid level must be kept in careful balance. Problems occur when too much acid is...
Do you have a raspy voice? Can't hit high notes? Don't risk damaging and losing your voice. Laryngitis, nodules, polyps, papilloma, dysplasia, cancer and reflux can all be causes of changes to your voice. Dr. JP Gniady, a Silverstein Institute...
This is a truly great time in which we live. People are living longer and longer lives, and technological advances have allowed us to do so with an ever increasing quality of life. We have prosthetic joints to keep us mobile, hearing devices to...