Three Lifestyle Remedies To Manage Acid Reflux
Gastroesophageal reflux, also referred to as acid reflux or GERD, is an increasingly common condition. Research has found that over the past decade, the number of young adults between the ages of 30-39 who have GERD has increased significantly. If you find yourself suffering from regular episodes of acid reflux, you may need to make…
How to Safely Remove Earwax at Home and When You Should See an ENT About It
The right amount of earwax is essential to cleaning and protecting your ears. However, sometimes earwax can build up in the ear and cause more serious problems. Avoid Using Cotton Swabs To Clean Your Ears Like many, you may think that using cotton swabs is a good way to clean your ears and prevent any…
What Is a Ruptured Eardrum?
The eardrum, known by audiologists as the tympanic membrane, is the thin tissue that divides the outer ear and the middle ear. Its job is to vibrate as soundwaves enter the ear canal; the vibrations are then sent through the bones of the middle ear and then on to the inner ear and the brain….
What Should I Expect During a Septoplasty?
The bone and cartilage that divides the space between your nostrils is known as your septum. When your septum is deviated, or crooked, it can make it harder to breathe through your nose when hiking on The Palmetto Trail and leave you more susceptible to sinus infections. A septoplasty is the surgical procedure to correct…
How Is Acid Reflux Diagnosed & Treated?
Acid reflux occurs when the contents of your stomach flow back into the tube that connects your throat to your stomach, called the esophagus. When acid reflux is chronic, it is called gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). We review how GERD is diagnosed and treated below. Diagnosing GERD Your doctor will perform a physical exam and…
What is Glue Ear and How is it Treated?
Glue ear occurs when your middle ear fills with a thick, glue-like fluid. It is much more common in children than in adults. While it often clears up on its own, glue ear has the potential to lead to complications like infection and even hearing loss. When it becomes an infection, glue ear is also…
Should I Be Concerned if My Child is Snoring?
If your child snores lightly or occasionally, it’s probably nothing to worry about. If, however, they snore heavily and seem tired or cranky during the day, even when doing something fun like visiting EdVenture Children’s Museum, it could indicate a more serious problem. When Does Snoring Indicate a Problem? One of the more serious causes…
How Can I Clear up Sinus Congestion?
If you have allergies and experience sinus congestion after visiting Palmetto Islands County Park, you’ll do just about anything to find relief and breathe easy again. Fortunately, there are many strategies you can try, which we review below. Steam Taking a hot shower or inhaling steam coming off a cup of tea or bowl of…
How Having Narrow Nasal Passages May Affect Your Wellbeing
Your nasal passages extend from your nostrils to the top of your throat behind your nose. They are the part of your nose that helps you breathe in and out. Having abnormally narrow nasal passages can cause health problems, which we review below. How Can Narrow Nasal Passages Cause Health Problems? The symptoms and health…
Flying with Food Allergies? What You Should Know Before Your Next Trip
According to a study on food allergies, approximately 10.8% of adults are known to be allergic to at least one food. Food allergies can occur at any age, and for some people, they are life-threatening. If you have a serious allergy to certain foods, it’s important to prepare before your next flight. We provide tips…