What are Common Causes of Voice Hoarseness?
Voice hoarseness, or dysphonia, is when your voice sounds hoarse, raspy or strained. It’s very common and likely to occur in one in three people during their life. It’s also rarely a sign of serious illness and can have a multitude of causes. Symptoms of Hoarseness Hoarseness is common among those who use their voice…
How to Manage GERD for Better Sleep
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a condition wherein the stomach contents move up the esophagus, the tube that brings food and liquid to the stomach. Stomach contents rising through the esophagus is often described as a feeling of acid rising in the throat. GERD can cause discomfort in the daytime and affect your sleep at…
What to Know About Dysphagia
Dysphagia is a term used to describe difficulty swallowing. While it’s normal to occasionally struggle to swallow if you eat too quickly or don’t chew your food well enough, frequent problems may be due to an underlying medical condition and need additional treatment. Symptoms of Dysphagia If you have dysphagia, you may have pain when…
What to Know About a Chronic Sore Throat
Most sore throats, especially those caused by an infection, tend to go away after 5-10 days. If you have a sore throat lasting two weeks or longer, this is considered a chronic sore throat. Let’s take a look at a few conditions that can cause persistent throat pain, as well as when to see a healthcare…
What Are Common Causes of Throat Pain?
According to an article published in the journal BMJ Clinical Evidence, “About 10% of people present to primary healthcare services with sore throat each year.” If you’re among this population, you may be wondering what is causing this unpleasant symptom. We review some common causes of throat pain below. Viral Infections If you have a cold, the flu, COVID-19 or any…
Is It Tonsillitis or Strep Throat?
Tonsillitis and strep throat are two common causes of throat pain. Because they have similar symptoms, it can be hard to distinguish between the two, and sometimes they even get mistaken for the same illness. Let’s take a closer look at the similarities and differences between the two, as well as when to see a doctor…
Is There a Link Between GERD and Certain Cancers?
Even the occasional episode of acid reflux can be quite unpleasant. However, if you suffer from frequent bouts of heartburn, it’s likely that you have gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Not only can GERD be very uncomfortable, but left untreated, may increase your risks for certain cancers as well. Research Shows GERD Increases Risk of Some…
How To Stop a GERD Cough
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a chronic digestive condition in which stomach acid moves up into the esophagus. Most people associate GERD or acid reflux with a burning sensation in the chest. While heartburn is a common symptom of GERD, another surprisingly common symptom is a chronic cough. What Causes GERD? GERD happens when there…
What Is Silent Reflux?
Acid reflux is a common condition that most of us have experienced at one point or another. It happens when acid leaks up out of the stomach and into the esophagus. One of the telltale signs of acid reflux is a burning pain in your chest that can last for several hours. However, some people…
Can My Baby or Toddler Get Strep Throat?
Strep throat is a common respiratory illness that is caused by the bacteria group A Streptococcus. While strep throat in babies and toddlers is rare, it can occur. We review everything you need to know about this below. GAS Vs. GBS There are two strains of strep bacteria. Group A Strep (GAS) is the strain…