Understanding Year-Round Allergies and How to Manage Them
Allergies affect more than 100 million people in the U.S. each year. When we think of allergies, we often picture the blooming trees and vibrant flowers signaling pollen season. However, for many, allergies aren’t just a seasonal nuisance. If you find yourself battling symptoms all year long, you may be dealing with year-round (or perennial)…
Hiking with Allergies: How to Enjoy the Outdoors Without the Sneezing
With fall fast approaching, it’s the perfect time to spend your weekends hiking around Arbor Hills Nature Preserve or one of the other gorgeous hikes around Plano. However, if you’re one of approximately 24 million people in the U.S. who suffer from environmental allergies, the great outdoors can sometimes feel more like a challenge than…
Allergies and Exercise: How to Stay Active Without Suffering
Routine exercise is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. While physical activity is beneficial for overall health, it can sometimes exacerbate allergy symptoms, so for those with allergies it may feel frustrating to exercise. Read along to learn more to manage allergy symptoms so you can still enjoy the benefits of working out. Understanding…
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…
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…
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…
What Kind of Doctor Should You See for A Broken Nose?
It can happen in an instant: a ball comes flying at your face, or you are in a sudden accident. The impact hits your nose, causing the bones to break and blood to start flowing. You need treatment for an urgent situation. At the same time, it’s also essential to consider the potential long-term consequences…
Do I Need a Doctor Referral to See An ENT?
If you have any symptoms affecting your ears, nose, or throat, then you might have a hunch that you need to see a specialist instead of visiting with a primary care physician. What is the process of getting an appointment with an ENT? It’s common for patients to wonder if they can go straight to…
Can An ENT Doctor Treat Nasal Congestion?
Not only is nasal congestion uncomfortable, but it could be a symptom of an underlying health issue. While it’s normal for these symptoms to happen occasionally with a head cold or viral illness, it could be a sign that you need to talk to a specialist if you are dealing with chronic nasal congestion. Picking…
When Should I Be Alarmed About Nosebleeds?
Everyone gets a nosebleed occasionally, and it usually isn’t an indication of a severe health problem. Whether you’ve experienced an injury on the sports field or the nasal passages are irritated by weather conditions, the bleeding often stops within a few minutes. But there are times when you should talk to a doctor or even…