What Are Colds More Common During the Winter?
We all know that winter is synonymous with cold and flu season, but have you ever wondered why? Turns out there are several likely reasons why people get more colds in the winter. Let’s examine why as well as how to minimize your risk of illness. Cold Air May Impact Your Ability To Fight Off…
How To Stop a GERD Cough
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) can cause many unpleasant symptoms, including a chronic cough. What Is GERD? GERD occurs when stomach acid regularly flows back into your esophagus. This happens because the lower esophageal sphincter is weakened or relaxed and allows acid to escape. While almost everyone deals with an occasional episode of acid reflux, having…
How to Know if Your Baby Has an Ear Infection
Middle ear infections, also known as acute otitis media, are extremely common in babies and young children. In fact, according to a study published in American Family Physician, “Acute otitis media (AOM) is the most common diagnosis in childhood acute sick visits. By three years of age, 50% to 85% of children will have at…
What Is Epiglottitis?
Your epiglottis is the tissue located at the back of your throat that prevents food and liquid from entering the windpipe as you swallow. If the epiglottis becomes infected or inflamed, it can block or partially block the windpipe and interfere with breathing. As such, it is a potentially life-threatening condition. We review more about…
What’s Causing My Child’s Cough?
Just like adults, there are many reasons why children might develop a cough. In most instances, a child’s cough is nothing to worry about. However, in some cases, like in the case of chronic coughing, it may warrant a visit with a pediatrician to determine the cause. Let’s examine a few of the most common…
When Should My Child See an ENT?
If you’re a parent, you know that children are prone to picking up bugs and minor illnesses pretty frequently. Often, these issues resolve on their own and need no additional care. However, if your child experiences frequent or recurring problems related to their ears, nose or throat, they may need to see an ENT specialist…
Learn More About What Happens When You Sneeze
When we sneeze, it’s our bodies’ way of getting rid of allergens, viruses and other irritants that enter our nose and throat. Sneezing is rarely a sign of any serious condition. However, depending on the cause, you may require additional treatment to eliminate your symptoms. How Often Does the Average Person Sneeze? A comparative study…
What Does Coughing Up Blood Mean?
If you’re coughing up blood, you’re probably pretty alarmed. While this symptom, known as hemoptysis, can occasionally be a sign of something serious, in many cases, it’s not. Below we review everything you need to know about hemoptysis. Classifying Hemoptysis The amount of blood you’re coughing up can help indicate the problem’s severity. There are…
What Is an ENT & When to Visit One
ENT (ear, nose and throat) physicians are also known as otolaryngologists. As the name suggests, they address problems having to do with the ears, nose and throat, such as hearing loss, tinnitus (ringing in the ears), dizziness, sinus infections, swallowing disorders and speech disorders. They also specialize in sleep disorders, and they can perform surgeries…
How Hypothyroidism Can Impact Your Life & Ways of Treating It
Hypothyroidism is a condition where the thyroid is underactive, meaning it doesn’t produce enough hormones. Hypothyroidism can impact your life in many ways, which we review below, but fortunately, it can be treated, which we also discuss. What Are the Symptoms of Hypothyroidism? Some of the symptoms of hypothyroidism include: Depression It’s common for hypothyroidism…