Vocal cords weaken as you age, causing your voice to sound different. These steps can help make your voice sound younger.

A hoarse voice is where the vocal cords become inflamed, causing a low, raspy voice. Potential causes of inflammation include laryngitis, vocal nodules, and acid reflux. This article discusses the ...

Viral infections can cause swelling of the vocal cords, leading to hoarseness or voice loss. Other potential causes include ...

Swelling or tightness in your throat may be a symptom of asthma, but it could also be due to a co-occurring condition like GERD or vocal cord dysfunction. In some cases, it could signal a severe ...

Silent reflux is a condition in which stomach acid flows back into the esophagus and irritates the throat. Dietary and lifestyle changes, including eating smaller meals, may relieve symptoms.

Health is no laughing matter, even for Saturday Night Live (SNL) star Kenan Thompson. While some use moments from life to ...

Laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR), otherwise known as silent reflux, is a form of acid reflux. The esophagus (food tube) has special rings of muscle (sphincters) at the top and the bottom. If the ...

A tickle in the throat is often caused by viral infections, like strep throat, cold, and flu. Acid reflux, allergies, and asthma can also cause a tickle in the throat along with coughing.