Laryngitis Larynx is the ‘voice box’ and inflammation of the larynx is called laryngitis. Inside the larynx are the vocal cords that open and close smoothly, helping us speak or form sounds through their movement and vibration. Overuse, irritation or infection can cause the vocal chords to become inflamed resulting in a hoarse voice. Laryngitis may be short-lived (acute) or…
Thyroid The thyroid gland is an organ located at the front of the neck, just below the larynx or the voice box. It is wrapped around the windpipe, almost like a butterfly with wings spread. Thyroid makes hormones that are responsible for controlling the metabolism of our body. Hypothyroidism (less hormones) and Hyperthyroidism (excess of hormones) are the two main…
Tonsils and adenoids Tonsils are two round lumps located at the back of the throat. Tonsils can be seen by opening the mouth wide and sticking the tongue out. Adenoids are glands located above the roof of the mouth, behind the nose and cannot be easily seen. Tonsils and adenoids are part of everyone’s immune system and serve an important…