Why Does My Child Have Chronic Ear Infections?
Painful ear infections are very common in young children. Most ear infections either resolve on their own or are effectively treated by antibiotics. But sometimes, ear infections or fluid in the middle ear may become a chronic problem leading to other issues, such as hearing loss, poor school performance or behavior and speech problems. …
Ways to Relieve Sinus Pressure
The sinuses are mucus-lined pockets located behind the forehead, nose and cheeks. They are connected to your nasal passages and produce mucus that humidifies the air you breathe and traps bacteria and other foreign particles. Sometimes, the sinuses can experience inflammation, causing mucus to pool and a feeling of pressure to occur. This symptom of…
When Your Child Needs an ENT
Getting sick is pretty normal for kids as their immune system develops, and your pediatrician can manage and treat most minor ear, nose and throat issues. But if your child’s health problem won’t go away, worsens, or starts to impact their daily life, they need the next-level care that an Ear, Nose and Throat specialist…
What Are Common Risk Factors for Allergies?
Your immune system works to protect your body from diseases, viruses and infections. But for more than 50 million Americans, their immune systems mistake harmless substances, such as pollen, pet dander, dust mites, certain foods, mold and insect stings, as dangerous intruders and overreact. This is known as an allergic reaction. But why does this…
Are You Struggling With CPAP?
Millions of Americans experience obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a sleep disorder that can cause serious problems such as excessive daytime sleepiness and fatigue, memory loss and lack of concentration. These individuals have an increased risk of heart disease, stroke and high blood pressure. While CPAP therapy is the preferred treatment method, not everybody can tolerate…
What Is Ear Tube Surgery?
If your child experiences frequent ear infections, their pediatrician may suggest ear tube surgery. While the idea of your child undergoing surgery may be nerve wracking, this procedure is common, safe and effective. We provide an overview of what you need to know about ear tubes below. Ear Tubes Treat Ear Infections Ear infections are…
Do You Have a Stuffy Nose When You Wake Up?
This time of year, it’s common to experience symptoms like a stuffy nose, especially when you first wake up. In 2021 in particular, this can be worrisome, as a stuffy nose is one of the listed symptoms of COVID-19. Once you get tested rule out the possibility of having the coronavirus, the next step is…
Loss of Smell and Taste Linked to COVID-19
By now, we’re all familiar with the most common symptoms of COVID-19: fever, body aches, dry cough and breathing difficulty. But for some people, additional symptoms include a loss of smell and taste; these can occur even in the absence of any other symptoms. Anosmia and ageusia (the medical terms for loss of smell and…
Can Sleep Change Your Life?
During the pandemic, we have seen many changes to our normal lives. One of which is a disruption in our quality of sleep. But getting enough sleep is important to our physical, mental and emotional step. Sleep Hygiene The best way to fix your sleep problem is to improve your sleep hygiene, which includes: Eating…
Get to Know the Medical Doctors Who Treat Hearing Loss
Much like other medical conditions, your hearing loss may require a team approach with professionals from a number of disciplines. In addition to your audiologist, there are two types of doctors who may play a role in your treatment. Understanding what they do and who they are can ensure you are receiving the care you…
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