Voice & Swallowing Disorders
Voice and swallowing disorders are a range of health conditions with many possible causes that affect your ability to speak and swallow normally.
Your Michigan Answer for Voice & Swallowing Disorders
When something goes wrong with your voice or ability to swallow, even simple tasks can feel difficult and stressful. At University of Michigan Health, we specialize in diagnosing and treating these problems to help you feel like yourself again.
Voice and swallowing disorders happen when the throat, vocal cords or swallowing muscles aren’t working the way they should. Common causes include infections, acid reflux, nerve damage, injuries and aging. Left untreated, these issues can lead to hoarseness, choking and difficulty breathing while making it difficult to talk or eat.
At U-M Health, we combine advanced technology and expert care to find out what’s causing your symptoms, treat them, and prevent them from happening again. That’s why we’re the destination for professional singers, speakers and performers with vocal problems.
Our innovative diagnostic tools help us identify the cause of your issues. These can range from a simple virus to a serious issue such as vocal fold cancer. Your assessment may include a head and neck exam, laryngeal imaging, biopsy, evaluations of airflow or sound frequency or swallow studies. Then, our team works across specialties to personalize your plan with the latest treatments including physical therapy, medication, surgery and clinical trials.
Don’t let voice or swallowing issues stop you from living your life. Get the answers and care you need at U-M Health.
