It was while looking at a CT (computed tomographic image) of a skull, that went as far back as the larynx, that inspiration hit McCarrel. Eyeing up the cricoid, which has thicker cartilage where ...

Surgical reduction of the tongue and cricoid splitting did not ameliorate the respiratory ... We observed a lack of collagen type II in the larynx of a dysmorphic child with probable Sussman syndrome ...

The larynx is a surprisingly versatile organ. Located between the mouth and the trachea, it acts as a safeguard, making sure ...

The World Health Organization is monitoring a new mutation of the virus that’s already caused a surge in Asia.

NB.1.8.1, a new COVID-19 variant that has caused concern among WHO officials, is now spreading in America, according to CDC ...

A dry throat is often caused by a head cold, dehydration, or sleeping with one’s mouth open. Effective home treatments are available, but consider seeing a doctor if symptoms last longer than ...

Natural remedies, including honey, salt water, and herbs, may help manage sore throat symptoms. But if it doesn’t improve, you may need medical care or over-the-counter (OTC) medications.

To check your child's tonsils, gently place the handle of a spoon, if possible, on their tongue and ask the child to say "aaahhh" while you shine a light on the back of the throat. If the tonsils ...

It’s life threatening, but strep throat very rarely leads to this condition -- less than 1 child in a million each year. Blood infections: The strep bacteria can also get into your bloodstream ...

Water rights advocate Feargal Sharkey has opened up about his prostate cancer diagnosis, discovered inadvertently following a visit to his GP for an unrelated sore throat. The 66-year-old former ...

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is an infection of the nose, lungs, and throat. Though anyone can get it, it is more common in children. It is a cause of bronchiolitis in children. The virus can ...