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…
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…
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…
What’s Causing My Sore Throat?
Most of us have experienced a sore throat at one time or another. Data indicates that about 10% of people present to primary healthcare services with sore throat each year. Many conditions can cause discomfort in the throat, with some being more serious than others. Let’s take a look at a few common causes of…
How Is Acid Reflux Diagnosed & Treated?
Acid reflux refers to when the contents of your stomach flows back into the esophagus, which is the tube that connects your throat to your stomach. When this condition is chronic, it is known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). In this post, we review how GERD is diagnosed and treated. How Is GERD Diagnosed? To…
What to Know About Vocal Cord Damage
When we speak, air passes from the lungs through the vocal cords, which are two bands of muscle tissue within the larynx, causing them to vibrate. This vibration produces sound. Anything that causes difficulty in producing sound naturally and comfortably is a voice disorder that can be medically treated. Two common signs of vocal cord…
What Is Laryngitis?
Within the larynx are two folds of mucus membrane covering muscle and cartilage called your vocal cords. Under normal circumstances, the vocal cords open and close smoothly and form sounds by moving and vibrating. When the vocal cords are swollen, sounds become distorted, making your voice sound hoarse. Laryngitis is inflammation of the larynx (voice…
