Congenital Larynx Problems and Treatments

Congenital defects are defined as anatomical problems that occur in babies due to a fault in development that has occurred at some point during pregnancy. Ma...

Endoscopic Surgery for Throat

Endoscopic surgery is widely used in modern medicine. An endoscope is a thin tube into which is fitted a camera and a variety of surgical instruments and too...

I Developed a Goitre: A Case Study

Alan recalls that when he celebrated his fiftieth birthday he was feeling pleased with his efforts at getting fit for the big event. “Turning 50 is quite a...

The Role of an ENT Specialist

An ear, nose and throat (ENT) specialist is a trained doctor who has specialised in the hospital treatment of health problems that affect the parts of the he...

What Do the Adenoids Do?

The main function of the adenoids is to trap bacteria and viruses that we breathe in, either through the nose or through the mouth. The adenoids are part of...

New Surgery to Transplant the Trachea

A throat and voice specialist participated in a revolutionary new surgical technique in March 2011, when a 10-year old boy from the UK was given a transplant...

Salivary Gland Cancer: Symptoms and Treatments

Salivary gland cancer is a type of oral cancer. It is relatively rare but can become quite advanced before it is diagnosed as the symptoms are often ignored....

Stress and Losing Your Voice

The most common cause of losing your voice is laryngitis, an infection that causes inflammation or swelling of the larynx. This part of the throat is commonl...

What is the Adam's Apple?

The Adam’s apple is the lump found at the front of the neck. It is much more obvious in men than in women and can usually be easily seen when you are eatin...

Gum Cancer: How Common is It?

Gum cancer, which is also known medically as gingival cancer, doesn’t only affect the gums. It can also spread to the cheeks, tongue or soft palate at the...