Top Summertime Ear Protection Tips
As the sun emerges and temperatures rise, summer brings a wave of outdoor activities and adventures. While soaking up the sun and embracing the season’s festivities, it’s crucial to remember to protect one often overlooked part of the body: our ears. From ear infections to exposure to loud noises, summer poses unique risks to our…
Lifestyle Remedies to Manage Your Acid Reflux
While most people get the occasional bout of acid reflux, if you are dealing with symptoms of heartburn, hoarseness and a sour taste in your mouth more than twice a week, it’s time to take action to reduce your symptoms. Cases of acid reflux, or GERD, have been on the rise in the last decade,…
What to Know About Invisible Hearing Aids
Invisible hearing aids are a highly sought-after solution for those looking to improve their hearing without the stigma of embarrassment that can sometimes come with needing hearing aids. Users aren’t alone, as nearly 28.8 million Americans could benefit from wearing hearing aids. Unlike their more visible counterparts, invisible hearing aids are designed to be discreet,…
Can An ENT Diagnose Asthma?
Whether you have been diagnosed with asthma or think you might have asthma symptoms without a formal diagnosis, an ENT can be an excellent resource for getting an accurate diagnosis and determining a proper treatment plan. Having an ear, nose, and throat specialist on your care team not only helps with managing your current symptoms…
7 Home Remedies for a Sore Throat
Does it feel like your throat is burning or on fire? Or, are you experiencing pain, irritation, or discomfort that gets worse when you swallow? Sometimes a sore throat is the only symptom you notice. But, more often than not, a sore throat happens along with other symptoms such as a runny nose, swollen glands,…
When Ears Are Swollen Shut
Most ear infections cause inner pain, which means that a visual inspection of the ear doesn’t often show external symptoms. But as the ear canal swells, the symptoms become more apparent – and this condition can cause the external ear canal to swell. In severe cases, a complete ear blockage can occur because of the…
Do You Regularly Have Trouble Breathing Through Your Nose?
Close your mouth and take a deep breath. Do you notice that the air flows freely through both sides of your nose? Or, is it difficult for the air to move through? If you’re having trouble breathing through your nose, then it could be a sign that you need to consult with an ENT. An…
Everything to Know About Earwax Removal from an ENT
Even though it might seem a little gross, it’s healthy and normal for your ears to produce earwax. This yellowish, waxy substance acts as a protecting layer to prevent the risk of infection and foreign particles. When earwax is at the optimal levels, it helps to keep the ear canal lubricated and clean. The ears…
Should I See an Ear, Nose, and Throat Doctor for Vertigo?
The smallest parts of your inner ear can cause serious disruption to your day if you are experiencing vertigo. When this condition happens, it leaves you with a sensation of spinning and dizziness that makes it difficult to complete even the smallest tasks. Sometimes, vertigo goes away on its own without treatment. But there are times when…
Can I Go to An ENT for A Sinus Infection?
Can you feel the pain and pressure building in your sinuses? Then it could be symptoms of a sinus infection, which means you should seek medical care as soon as possible. A primary care physician has limited experience and resources for sinus infection treatment. Typically, a generalist will ask about your symptoms, then prescribe an…