Dr Sonia's ENT

By Dr Sonia Suprabha Venugopal,ENT Surgeon,Head and Neck Specialist,Bangalore

To understand what is meant by acid reflux I shall first explain to you what  normally occurs in the body

What happens to the food we eat?

When we eat food  it is broken into small bits in the mouth and the initial stages of digestion start by the action of the  sa...

By Dr Sonia Suprabha Venugopal, ENT Specialist Bangalore

Head and neck cancers account for 3- 10 % of cancers worldwide but in the Indian Subcontinent it accounts for upto 45 % of cancers. Worldwide the occurence of these cancers is increasing.Awareness of the signs and symptoms goes a long way in early detection and cure.

What all cancers are the main head and neck cancers?

1. Voice box[ larynx]

2.Nose ,sinuses, nasopharynx[ at back of ...

Vocal cord Lesions

By Dr Sonia Suprabha Venugopal, ENT Specialist Bangalore

What are Vocal Cord Lesions?

Vocal cord lesions are abnormal masses which have developed within or along the margin of the vocal cords .They affect the voice by altering the vibration of the vocal cords.

What are the common Vocal Cord Lesions?

• Vocal nodules

• Vocal polyps

• Vocal cord cysts

Cancer Larynx [voice box]

What are the risk factors for cancer larynx?

• Smoking

• Alcohol Intake

• Acid reflux [Laryngopharyngeal reflux]

• Radiation

• Other: viral [HPV], certain occupational

Are men affected more than women in cancer larynx?

Yes men are affected 4 times more than women though the incidence in women has ...

Voice care-How to Keep Your Voice Healthy

By Dr Sonia Suprabha Venugopal, ENT Specialist Bangalore

• Drink enough water. Moisture is essential to keep your vocal cords well lubricated.
• Do not shout or scream.These are vocal abusive practices which put a lot of strain on the lining of your vocal cords.
• Warm up your voice before heavy use such as in singing, teaching a class, preaching, or giving a speech. Warm-ups can...