What to Know About the Effect of Pollen on Your Skin
Pollen can cause sneezing, itchy eyes and runny noses, but your skin can also suffer from exposure to this common allergen. For some individuals, pollen doesn’t just irritate the airways; it can trigger uncomfortable skin reactions that may last throughout allergy season. Understanding how pollen interacts with your skin can help you better manage symptoms…
How to Tell the Difference Between Allergies and Sensitivities
Though allergies and sensitivities may cause similar symptoms, they originate from very different biological processes and require distinct management strategies. Being able to tell them apart, especially when environmental factors like dust, mold or pollen are involved, can make a big difference in how you respond to and reduce your discomfort. Defining Allergies Allergies occur…
Managing Respiratory Symptoms During Allergy Season
As the seasons change and pollen fills the air, many people find themselves battling more than just sneezing and itchy eyes. Respiratory symptoms such as coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath and chest tightness can also flare up during allergy season, making it difficult to breathe clearly. Whether you have seasonal allergies or an underlying condition…
June is Men’s Health Month—a Great Time To Check Your Hearing
The goal of Men’s Health Month, which occurs every June, is to increase awareness of preventable health conditions in men. Hearing loss is almost twice as prevalent in men than in women, making the need for regular hearing screening particularly valuable. Why Hearing Loss Is Common in Males Men are more likely to have hobbies…
Visit Us Around Town
Along with providing expert and empathetic care, Willamette ENT is also dedicated to giving back to our community. We look forward to meeting our neighbors at the following events: Our sponsorship for the YMCA golf tournament will support scholarships for local children attending Camp Silver Creek. The FBB Riverfront Family Fest is a free resource…
Is My Sinus Infection Viral, Bacterial or Allergies
Sinus problems are common, causing a stuffy nose and facial pressure, and figuring out whether they’re viral, bacterial or allergy-related isn’t always straightforward. Learning to tell them apart can help you make the right call when seeking treatment. Your sinuses are air-filled cavities behind your cheeks, forehead and nose. When they become inflamed or blocked,…
Causes and Treatments for Ruptured Eardrums
A ruptured eardrum, or a perforated tympanic membrane, can be a painful experience. This thin tissue separates the outer ear from the middle ear and plays a role in hearing and protecting against infection. When it becomes torn or punctured, it can lead to discomfort, hearing issues and an increased risk of ear infection. Fortunately,…
Is Allergy Season Getting Worse in Oregon?
If you feel like your seasonal allergies are hitting harder and lasting longer in Oregon than they used to, you’re not alone. Some Oregonians report more intense symptoms that last longer, year over year. But is it just your imagination, or is allergy season getting worse? Some weather experts suggest that the allergy season is…
The Link Between Hearing & Your Golf Score
The game of golf is filled with hazards. Water, bunkers and sand traps can all wreak havoc on your game—and so can hearing loss. Driver-Induced Hearing Loss Studies have shown that you can experience driver-induced hearing loss if the noise level generated by your golf club thwacking your ball exceeds 116 dBA. People who use thin-faced…
The Importance of Hearing Tests
We tend to take our hearing for granted, assuming it will always be there for us, even though hearing loss affects one out of three adults aged 60 or older. Hearing loss develops so gradually that many aren’t even aware of a problem until it has advanced beyond an easily treatable stage. In honor of…
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