Common Throat Problems

Information on everyday throat conditions and their treatments. Articles cover sore throats, voice loss, swallowing difficulties, lumps and thyroid related issues.

All About Dysphagia
All About Dysphagia
Dysphagia is difficulty swallowing that can range from mild to severe and may signal a serious underlying health issue.
Allergies and Your Throat
Allergies and Your Throat
Throat allergies range from post-nasal drip to serious breathing problems, so know when to seek urgent medical help.
Bad Breath and Your Throat
Bad Breath and Your Throat
Bad breath from throat problems usually signals an infection like tonsillitis, but it often clears up on its own with basic care.
Congenital Larynx Problems and Treatments
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.
Do You Have Bad Breath?
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.
Globus Pharyngeus
Globus Pharyngeus
That lump feeling in your throat usually isn't serious, but it might signal acid reflux, stress, or something else worth checking out.
Losing Your Voice
Losing Your Voice
When your voice gets hoarse or disappears, it's usually laryngitis inflaming your vocal cords, though rarely it signals something more serious.
Lumps in the Throat
Lumps in the Throat
A lump in your throat is usually caused by infection or swollen glands, but sometimes it needs a doctor's check.
Treatments for Sore Throats
Treatments for Sore Throats
Most sore throats are viral and heal on their own, but home remedies like rest, salt water gargles and paracetamol can ease the pain faster.
Ulcers in the Throat
Ulcers in the Throat
Throat ulcers can be painful and are often a sign of an infection that needs medical attention, here's what causes them and what to watch for.
What Causes Sore Throats?
What Causes Sore Throats?
Sore throats usually come from viral or bacterial infections and typically clear up in a week, but you should see a doctor if symptoms worsen.
Your Thyroid and Throat
Your Thyroid and Throat
Your thyroid sits in your neck and affects how your throat works, but problems like inflammation or hormone imbalances can cause real issues.