What is the Exhalation System for Sinus Relief?
Sinus infections can impact your quality of life by providing uncomfortable symptoms such as headaches and nasal congestion. Traditional treatments like nasal sprays and oral medications can provide relief, but a method called the exhalation system can also help manage symptoms. This approach leverages the natural process of exhalation to deliver medication directly to the…
The Role Humidity Plays in Allergies
Humidity levels where you live can play a role in how we experience allergies. Whether you live in a region with high humidity or low humidity, the moisture levels in the air can impact the severity of your allergic reactions. Understanding the relationship between humidity and allergies can help you better manage your symptoms and…
How Do You Calm a GERD Flare-Up?
Gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) disease is a condition affecting approximately 20% of adults wherein stomach acid repeatedly flows back up the esophagus. Symptoms of GERD include a burning sensation in the chest, backwash, upper stomach pain, trouble swallowing, sore throat, the feeling of a lump in the throat, ongoing cough, inflammation of the vocal cords and…
Understanding Third Mobile Window Syndrome
Third Mobile Window Syndrome (TMWS) is a rare condition disrupting the regular movement of fluid and sound in the inner ear. Normally, the inner ear’s fluid dynamics are regulated by two windows: the oval window and the round window. In TMWS, an abnormal third window opens up and disrupts this balance, causing symptoms including: How…
Understanding Excess Drooling: Causes and Treatments
Drooling, the unintentional dripping of saliva from the mouth, is often associated with sleep or the anticipation of a delicious meal. While generally a natural occurrence, excessive drooling can indicate underlying health issues. Let’s look at a few conditions that may cause excess drooling and what you can do to manage it. Causes of Excess…
What To Know about a Sinus X-Ray
A sinus x-ray is an imaging test that uses electromagnetic energy to visualize your sinuses. Your provider may recommend a sinus x-ray if you have recently had an injury to your nose or sinuses, excess inflammation, infections or bleeding in the sinuses. What Happens During a Sinus X-Ray? During a sinus X-ray, your ENT provider…
Celebrating Earth Day With Sinus Care
April 22nd marks Earth Day, a global movement urging us to prioritize and preserve our planet. As you engage in Earth Day activities like gardening and supporting eco-friendly causes, it’s also crucial to reflect on how environmental factors influence your well-being, including your sinus health. What Is Sinusitis? Sinusitis, or sinus infection, is an inflammation…
When To Introduce Allergens to Your Baby
Introducing food allergens to your baby can feel like an unnerving experience. However, by learning when and how to introduce allergens, you can help ease a little of this worry. What Are Allergies? Allergies occur when your body overreacts to a normally harmless substance (allergen). More than 50 million people in the United States experience…
What Effect Can Spring Allergies Have On You?
For many, spring is a beautiful time with blooming flowers and warmer temperatures. However, for those with allergies, spring is more likely associated with the descension of pollen. Hay fever, also called allergic rhinitis, affects approximately 20% of the population in the United States. Let’s look at a few ways hay fever may affect you…
Causes and Treatments of Posterior Nosebleeds
A posterior nosebleed occurs when the back of the nose in the nasal cavity becomes damaged and bleeds. A nosebleed, or epistaxis, usually occurs when blood vessels in the tissue inside your nose are damaged and begin bleeding. The nosebleed is likely a posterior nosebleed if blood comes out of the nose for 20 minutes…