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31 years
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Dr. Herbert Steven Sims, M.D.
- Chicago, IL
- Yale School of Medicine
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The Aging Voice
If we are fortunate enough to keep living, our bodies will invariably begin to change. The vocal folds include muscles and overly tissue that can vibrate and make sounds. They...
Help, please. Question about laryngitis treatment.
Greetings,
In general, smoking or any chemicals that you inhale (think hookahs, bleach, ammonia, asthma inhalers, etc.) can irritate and inflame the vocal folds. Marijuana READ MORE
Greetings,
In general, smoking or any chemicals that you inhale (think hookahs, bleach, ammonia, asthma inhalers, etc.) can irritate and inflame the vocal folds. Marijuana is not different. It has mostly bad effects on the vocal folds. However, the vocal folds do have some defenses and can repair themselves. Azithromycin is formulated to keep working even after you stop taking it, so it will be active for a few days after your last dose, typically.
In general, smoking or any chemicals that you inhale (think hookahs, bleach, ammonia, asthma inhalers, etc.) can irritate and inflame the vocal folds. Marijuana is not different. It has mostly bad effects on the vocal folds. However, the vocal folds do have some defenses and can repair themselves. Azithromycin is formulated to keep working even after you stop taking it, so it will be active for a few days after your last dose, typically.
Shortness of breath
Hello, this is tough to answer without quite a bit more information. Shortness of breath has many causes and can come from the lungs, too much fluid in the body, heart failure, READ MORE
Hello, this is tough to answer without quite a bit more information. Shortness of breath has many causes and can come from the lungs, too much fluid in the body, heart failure, kidney failure and LOTS of reasons. That written, it can also come from anxiety and stress. The is something called Paradoxical Vocal Fold Adduction that can happen when the vocal folds move in the wrong direction. Namely, they should open when you take a breath and if they start moving towards each other, that can make someone feel short of breath. It would likely be a good idea to have some things checked out, but you could start with your primary care doctor.
I have slight pain in my throat and it seems to be a little red. Can you suggest some quick home remedy to treat my condition?
No substitutes for being seen and properly diagnoses, but, generally speaking, gargling with warm salt water can help. One can also add 100% pure Oregano oil (1-2 drops) to the READ MORE
No substitutes for being seen and properly diagnoses, but, generally speaking, gargling with warm salt water can help. One can also add 100% pure Oregano oil (1-2 drops) to the salt water and gargle with that. If is isn't getting better, please see a professional.
What causes my tongue to become white so frequently?
Could be a lot of things. Vitamin and nutrient deficiencies can cause this. However, sometimes helps to just brush your tongue twice a day.
Gargling with warm salt water and READ MORE
Could be a lot of things. Vitamin and nutrient deficiencies can cause this. However, sometimes helps to just brush your tongue twice a day.
Gargling with warm salt water and adding 1-2 drops of oregano oil might also help.
Gargling with warm salt water and adding 1-2 drops of oregano oil might also help.
What are the best ways to treat a throat infection?
In general, a sore throat mat response to gargling with warm salt water (1 tablespoon Kosher salt in a cup of water). You can add 1-2 drops of oregano oil to this and see if that READ MORE
In general, a sore throat mat response to gargling with warm salt water (1 tablespoon Kosher salt in a cup of water). You can add 1-2 drops of oregano oil to this and see if that helps.
If it isn’t getting better in a few days, however, you might need to be seen.
If it isn’t getting better in a few days, however, you might need to be seen.
I am experiencing a mild itching sensation inside my throat. Could it be a food allergy?
Yes, it is possible that this was an allergic response. The thing about allergies is that often you me response will get worse with the second, third exposure and so on.
So, READ MORE
Yes, it is possible that this was an allergic response. The thing about allergies is that often you me response will get worse with the second, third exposure and so on.
So, it may be wise to figure out what causes the reaction and try to avoid it in the future
So, it may be wise to figure out what causes the reaction and try to avoid it in the future
What could be the reason behind my severe throat irritation?
It could be a viral infection rather than bacteria. Acid reflux is also a possibility, generally speaking
