A person may lose their voice for many reasons unrelated to sickness or infection. This may include vocal overuse, vocal cord nodules, and laryngopharyngeal reflux. The larynx contains flaps of tissue ...

Laryngitis, an inflammation of the larynx, is a common problem in primary care. Although often self-limited, laryngitis of some etiologies can have serious complications and require the attention of a ...

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Q: My active 10 year-old boy was diagnosed recently with "vocal-cord dysfunction." He's been seen by his pediatrician, a respiratory specialist, an ENT specialist and a speech pathologist. He has ...

Losing your voice or waking up raspier than usual can be unsettling, especially if you rely on clear speech for work or daily life. If you live in parts of India where air quality has been worsening, ...