What to Know About a Chronic Sore Throat
A sore throat is considered chronic if it lasts for two weeks or more. Several different conditions can cause a chronic sore throat. Let’s take a closer look at what they are as well as potential treatment options. Does a Chronic Sore Throat Feel Different? A chronic sore throat can feel similar to an acute…
How to Prepare Your Child for an ENT Visit
Ear, nose and throat providers are skilled at treating conditions such as ear and sinus infections, sore throats and more. Many ENT concerns are common in children. For instance, five out of six children will have an ear infection by their third birthday. Given that your child will likely require at least one visit to…
Poor Air Quality May Lead to Chronic Sinusitis
Poor air quality doesn’t just make it hard to go outside and enjoy your day, but it can lead to various health problems as well, including chronic sinusitis. What Is Chronic Sinusitis? Sinusitis is another term for a sinus infection. These infections occur when the tissues in your sinuses become inflamed. Chronic sinusitis is simply…
Can Sinus Inflammation Affect the Brain?
A newer study shows that people with chronic sinusitis don’t just have to contend with a stuffy nose and headache; sinusitis can also cause trouble with focus and lead to depression and other symptoms that indicate the brain is affected as well. The study was published in JAMA Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery in April 2021….
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…