Common Contact Dermatitis Triggers: How To Protect Your Skin
Allergic contact dermatitis develops when your immune system reacts to a substance that touches your skin. Instead of causing immediate symptoms, like sneezing or watery eyes, this type of allergy often leads to redness, itching, swelling or a rash where the skin comes into contact with the substance. Many everyday products contain ingredients or materials…
Summer Newsletter 2026
Is It Summer Allergies or a Cold? Getting sick during summer allergy season can make it hard to figure out what’s going on with your body—are you suffering from allergies or a cold? Although they have some symptoms in common, there are a few key differences. Where Does Your Body Hurt? Sneezing, a stuffy nose,…
Why Does Cutting the Grass Leave Me With a Rash?
If you’ve ever finished mowing the lawn only to notice itchy, red patches on your skin, you’re not the only one. A grass rash is a common issue, especially in the summer when people mow their lawn or picnic in Hope Park. What Causes a Grass Rash? There are two main reasons you might develop…
Managing Vocal Strain From Singing
Singing at the top of your lungs during a Red Tail Pavilion concert is bound to leave your voice a little strained. But you don’t have to be belting out songs at full volume to damage your vocal cords. Professional singers and anyone who spends a lot of time singing know that even everyday vocal…
Helping Your Child Manage Their Allergies at Summer Camp
Approximately 20 million people in the United States have pollen allergies. Someone with pollen allergies may experience a rush of symptoms when they go outside, including but not limited to: If your child is among the millions of people dealing with allergies this summer, you might feel hesitant to send them to a summer camp…
Can Air Conditioning Cause a Sore Throat?
Hot summers in Plano make you feel extra thankful for air conditioning. If you’re running your AC all day, you might notice that your throat feels a little sore. Let’s look at how AC can irritate your throat and what you can do to reduce inflammation without sacrificing your cool temperature. Air Conditioning and Throat…
How Does Dehydration Affect Sinus Health?
Long days running around Haggard Park and soaking up the sun are part of what makes summer fun. While you’re enjoying the warm, or, as is common in Plano, pretty hot weather, it’s crucial to keep hydration in mind. In addition to making you feel tired and thirsty, dehydration can negatively impact your sinus health,…
Should I Stop Taking Antihistamines Before My Allergy Test?
The world is filled with potential allergens ranging from peanuts and medications to pollen and pet dander. Unfortunately, you don’t always know which substance is causing your allergy symptoms. That’s where allergy tests come in. When you schedule your allergy test, we’ll give you information about which medications you can and can’t take. If you’re…
Spring Newsletter 2026
Rest Well with Sleep Care from Collin County ENT Getting proper sleep is essential, but approximately 18 million Americans experience obstructive sleep apnea, which can cause excessive daytime sleepiness and fatigue, memory loss and lack of concentration. If you are concerned you or a loved one is dealing with untreated sleep apnea, Collin County ENT…
Is My Sinus Infection Causing Ear Pain?
When you hear the term “sinus infection,” you probably picture symptoms like congestion or facial pain and pressure. Those symptoms do typically accompany a sinus infection, but you may also notice seemingly unconnected symptoms, like those present in the ear. The Ear to Sinus Connection Your ears, nose and throat are all connected. A thin…