Articles by Kathryn Senior on Comprehensive Information About the Throat and Throat Problems
What Are Throat Polyps?
Throat polyps are noncancerous growths on your vocal cords that can form from voice overuse, smoking, or acid reflux.
26th July 2026
Congenital Larynx Problems and Treatments
Birth defects of the larynx in babies range from common conditions like laryngomalacia to rare syndromes, with most causing breathing problems in early infancy.
6th February 2012
Endoscopic Surgery for Throat
Endoscopic surgery uses a thin camera-equipped tube to treat throat problems with minimal recovery time compared to traditional surgery.
23rd September 2011
The Role of an ENT Specialist
ENT specialists treat hearing loss, ear infections, throat disorders and balance problems that your GP can't handle.
2nd March 2011
What Do the Adenoids Do?
Adenoids trap bacteria and viruses as part of your immune system, growing larger in childhood before shrinking by your late teens.
2nd March 2011
I Developed a Goitre: A Case Study
A man's fitness milestone takes an unexpected turn when he discovers a mysterious throat lump and fears the worst.
2nd March 2011
New Surgery to Transplant the Trachea
Doctors successfully transplanted a new trachea into a 10-year-old boy using stem cells to prevent rejection and save his life.
1st March 2011
Salivary Gland Cancer: Symptoms and Treatments
Salivary gland cancer often goes undiagnosed because symptoms like facial swelling and numbness are easy to dismiss, here's what to watch for.
28th February 2011
Stress and Losing Your Voice
Laryngitis from infection is the main cause of voice loss, but stress and tension can also affect your voice by changing how your vocal cords work.
28th February 2011
What Is the Adam's Apple?
The Adam's apple is a lump of thyroid cartilage in your neck that protects your voice box and grows larger in men than women.
28th February 2011
Gum Cancer: How Common Is It?
Gum cancer accounts for only 2% of cancer deaths but is linked to smoking and alcohol, making early detection through dental checkups important.
24th February 2011
My Sore Throat Was Caused by Stomach Acid: A Case Study
How stomach acid reflux caused a singer's sore throat and hoarseness for years until she found out the real problem.
15th February 2010
My Baby Was Born Tongue Tied: A Case Study
A mother discovers her newborn son's tongue tie was causing severe breastfeeding difficulties despite her previous experience nursing.
15th February 2010
I Have a Phobia About Taking Pills: A Case Study
Helen struggles with pill phobia after her Type 2 diabetes diagnosis and discovers how anxiety about swallowing medication affects her treatment.
15th February 2010
I Had a Tooth Out and Lost My Sense of Taste: A Case Study
A man's taste disappeared after having a wisdom tooth removed, and months later he's still trying to figure out why.
11th February 2010
Facts and Figures About Throat Cancer
Throat cancer can develop in several areas including the soft palate, voice box and passages to the nose, with symptoms like persistent pain and voice changes.
11th February 2010
Do You Have Bad Breath?
You might have bad breath and not realise it, but these common causes like poor dental hygiene and garlic can explain why.
5th February 2010
Why You Need Your Tonsils
Your tonsils are actually working hard to protect you from infections, not just causing trouble when they swell up.
4th February 2010
Can You Still Get Quinsy?
Quinsy is still possible today, though rare, here's what causes this serious throat infection and what symptoms to watch for.
4th February 2010
Persistent Throat Clearing and Blood: What Is the Cause?
Constant throat clearing with blood may stem from anxiety causing a habit loop rather than a serious medical condition.
7th July 2009
Pain in Side of Throat: What Could Be the Cause?
Throat pain on one side can signal anything from a tonsil infection to acid damage, so see a doctor for proper tests.
1st May 2009
White Lumps from Throat in Mouth: What Are They?
Those white lumps in your throat are likely tonsil stones made of food debris and bacteria that collect in your tonsil pockets.
1st May 2009
Could Cow's Milk Be Causing My Throat Problems?
Constant throat clearing might stem from habits, mucus buildup, or polyps, but a doctor can help identify what's actually causing yours.
7th April 2009
I Got a Fish Bone Stuck in My Throat: A Case Study
A second-year student's birthday dinner turned into a medical emergency when a fish bone lodged in her throat at a Bristol restaurant.
20th March 2009
Can Shouting Damage the Vocal Cords?
Shouting can damage your vocal cords, especially with repeated misuse, causing inflammation and hoarseness that may become serious over time.
19th March 2009
I Got Thrush in My Throat: A Case Study
How a week of antibiotics left one woman with a severe throat infection and what she learned about her immune system.
18th March 2009
Snoring Nearly Ruined My Life: A Case Study
Chris's severe snoring threatened his relationship until he discovered the real problem was sleep apnea, not just his weight.
18th March 2009
Shingles Affected My Throat: A Case Study
How shingles affected a 72-year-old woman's throat and caused lasting complications including difficulty eating months later.
18th March 2009
My Tonsils Had to Be Taken Out: Case Study
Iain's recurring tonsillitis was making university seem impossible, so he had his tonsils removed to get his life back on track.
16th March 2009
Do Probiotic Throat Lozenges Work?
Probiotic throat lozenges claim to fight infections, but there's little scientific evidence they actually work.
16th March 2009