Don’t Ignore the Emotional Side Effects of Hearing Loss
Hearing loss can be frustrating and often contributes to emotional side effects such as depression, aggression, sensitivity and decreased well-being. Treating your hearing loss with hearing aids can be a great way to improve your quality of life. Take a look at some of the possible emotional side effects you may encounter with hearing loss…
What Is a Ruptured Eardrum?
Your eardrum, also known as the tympanic membrane, helps you hear by converting sound waves into vibrations that travel through the rest of the ear. Because of this, if the eardrum becomes damaged, your ability to hear can be impacted. We review everything you need to know about a ruptured eardrum below. What Are the…
What Causes a Chronic Cough?
A chronic cough is defined as a cough that lasts eight weeks or longer in adults or four weeks or longer in children. They can be productive, which means they produce phlegm or dry and feel like you have a constant tickle in your throat. Five Common Causes of a Chronic Cough Asthma. An asthma-related…
Can Nasal Cautery Help Stop My Child’s Nosebleeds?
Occasional nosebleeds in children are common and usually require no follow-up medical treatment. However, if your child experiences recurrent nosebleeds that don’t respond to other treatments, nasal cautery may be helpful. Why is My Child Getting Nosebleeds? There are many different causes of nosebleeds in children. Most are benign, while others may indicate a more…
When Should You be Concerned About a Nosebleed?
Nosebleeds are often the result of minor nose irritation. Though they can be frightening, they are rarely a cause for concern. However, it’s estimated that about 10% of nose bleeds are severe enough to require treatment or medical attention. When a nosebleed occurs it’s important to know what to look out for and when to…
Nasal Polyps & Dizziness: What’s the Connection?
Are you experiencing dizziness? If so, there are many possible causes, one of which is, perhaps surprisingly, nasal polyps. Below we review how nasal polyps can contribute to feelings of dizziness and how to find relief. What Are Nasal Polyps? Nasal polyps are soft, painless, benign (noncancerous) growths that form on the lining of the…
Balloon Sinuplasty: What is it and Who Can Benefit?
Balloon sinuplasty is a minimally invasive nasal surgery that uses small balloon catheters to dilate and drain the sinuses. It is typically performed on patients suffering from sinusitis to make breathing easier and significantly reduce symptoms. Symptoms of Sinusitis Sinusitis affects millions of Americans every year and is often triggered by viral infections like the…
Sinus Issues: Allergies or a Sinus Infection?
When you’re experiencing symptoms such as headache and nasal congestion, you may be wondering whether allergies or a sinus infection is to blame. Being able to identify which condition you’re suffering from is key to seeking appropriate treatment. In this article we review the causes, symptoms and treatments of both allergies and sinus infections to…
When Should You Take Your Child to See a Pediatric ENT?
Nobody wants their child to get sick, but unfortunately, it happens. The expertise of an otolaryngologist, more commonly referred to as an ear, nose and throat (ENT) physician, can help your child feel their best as soon as possible. Below we review some of the services ENTs offer and when to bring your child in….
Helpful Tips for Treating Swimmer’s Ear
There’s no better way to spend a hot summer day than going swimming. However, if you’re not careful, you could be putting yourself at risk of developing swimmer’s ear. Swimmer’s ear is an infection in the ear canal caused by water being trapped in the ears, usually after swimming. This creates a moist environment that…