The voice box, or larynx, does more than facilitate speaking. This helps breathing and protects the airway from food and drinks. Having a healthy larynx makes breathing easy and sound-free, and communication natural. However, most people ignore laryngeal health until a raspy voice or persistent tickling occurs. In fact, daily habits affect larynx function. Simple habits like hydration and lifestyle …
Conditions That May Require Head and Neck Surgery
For any medical condition, surgery is the last resort, but when it’s related to the head and neck, this might be the best way to regain health and quality of life. The head and neck can have complicated conditions that affect speech, hearing, swallowing, and breathing. Surgery isn’t always important, but in some situations, especially if other treatments are unnecessary, …